Serving 461 students in grades 6-8, Minerva Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minerva Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Minerva, OH, covering approximately 80.6 square miles. The area allows for a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minerva Middle School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Minerva Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minerva 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
#1507 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
94%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minerva Middle School's ranking?
Minerva Middle School is ranked #1507 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Minerva Middle School?
461 students attend Minerva Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Minerva Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minerva Middle School?
Minerva Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Minerva Middle School offer ?
Minerva Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minerva Middle School part of?
Minerva Middle School is part of Minerva Local School District.
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