Serving 438 students in grades 6-8, Medina Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Medina Middle School serves the northern part of its school district in Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families living within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Medina Middle School's student population of 438 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Where education comes first and Excellence is a tradition
School Rankings
Medina Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medina Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2982 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medina Middle School's ranking?
Medina Middle School is ranked #2982 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Medina Middle School often compared to?
Medina Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeview Middle School, Sherwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Medina Middle School?
438 students attend Medina Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Medina Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medina Middle School?
Medina Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Medina Middle School offer ?
Medina Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Medina Middle School part of?
Medina Middle School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Medina Middle School located?
Medina Middle School is located in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 12 other public schools located in North Linden.
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