Serving 350 students in grades 6-8, Meigs 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 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meigs Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Pomeroy, OH, covering an area of approximately 199 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meigs Middle School's student population of 350 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meigs 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 Meigs Middle School is 0.12, 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
#2391 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)44.9%
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 (12-13)
9%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 15-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 Meigs Middle School's ranking?
Meigs Middle School is ranked #2391 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Meigs Middle School often compared to?
Meigs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Elementary School, Eastern Elementary School, Hilliard Tharp Sixth Grade Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Meigs Middle School?
350 students attend Meigs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Meigs Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meigs Middle School?
Meigs Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meigs Middle School offer ?
Meigs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meigs Middle School part of?
Meigs Middle School is part of Meigs Local School District.
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