Serving 699 students in grades 6-8, Morton 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 55% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Vandalia school district, encompassing approximately 36.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morton Middle School's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Children, Our Community - We are Aviators!
School Rankings
Morton 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 Morton Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1555 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
73%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morton Middle School's ranking?
Morton Middle School is ranked #1555 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Morton Middle School often compared to?
Morton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Morton Middle School?
699 students attend Morton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Morton Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morton Middle School?
Morton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morton Middle School offer ?
Morton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morton Middle School part of?
Morton Middle School is part of Vandalia-Butler City School District.
School Reviews
Review Morton Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.
