Serving 247 students in grades 6-8, Northwest 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 52% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 247 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
20 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Northwest 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 Northwest Middle School is 0.04, 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
#2023 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
98%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #2023 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
247 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Northwest Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Northwest Local School District.
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