Serving 180 students in grades 6-8, Mechanicsburg Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mechanicsburg Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Mechanicsburg, OH, encompassing approximately 61 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mechanicsburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mechanicsburg Middle School's student population of 180 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Mechanicsburg Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mechanicsburg Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#662 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mechanicsburg Middle School's ranking?
Mechanicsburg Middle School is ranked #662 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mechanicsburg Middle School?
180 students attend Mechanicsburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mechanicsburg Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mechanicsburg Middle School?
Mechanicsburg Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mechanicsburg Middle School offer ?
Mechanicsburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mechanicsburg Middle School part of?
Mechanicsburg Middle School is part of Mechanicsburg Exempted Village School District.
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