Serving 600 students in grades 5-8, Mt Orab 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 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt. Orab Middle School serves the northern part of its school district in Mount Orab, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 80 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt Orab Middle School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mt Orab 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 Mt Orab Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1429 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Mt Orab Middle School's ranking?
Mt Orab Middle School is ranked #1429 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mt Orab Middle School often compared to?
Mt Orab Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mt Orab Middle School?
600 students attend Mt Orab Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mt Orab Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Orab Middle School?
Mt Orab Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt Orab Middle School offer ?
Mt Orab Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Orab Middle School part of?
Mt Orab Middle School is part of Western Brown Local School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This is a terrible school and district. I vote against anyone currently elected in the school board; they have obviously lost sight of their mission to educate and do not have our children's best interest.
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