Newcomerstown Middle School

325 W State St
Newcomerstown, OH 43832
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 212 students in grades 6-8, Newcomerstown 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 41% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 212 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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Newcomerstown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Newcomerstown Middle School's student population of 212 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

School Rankings

Newcomerstown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcomerstown Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2168 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
41%
52%
51%
60%
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newcomerstown Middle School's ranking?
Newcomerstown Middle School is ranked #2168 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Newcomerstown Middle School often compared to?
Newcomerstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Welty Middle School, Dover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Newcomerstown Middle School?
212 students attend Newcomerstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Newcomerstown Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcomerstown Middle School?
Newcomerstown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newcomerstown Middle School offer ?
Newcomerstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcomerstown Middle School part of?
Newcomerstown Middle School is part of Newcomerstown Exempted Village School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 212 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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