Serving 310 students in grades 5-8, Norwayne Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Norwayne Middle School serves the entire district of Creston, OH, encompassing an area of 78.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwayne Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norwayne Middle School's student population of 310 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Norwayne Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwayne 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
#502 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
94%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Norwayne Middle School's ranking?
Norwayne Middle School is ranked #502 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Norwayne Middle School often compared to?
Norwayne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dalton Middle School, Chippewa Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Norwayne Middle School?
310 students attend Norwayne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Norwayne Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwayne Middle School?
Norwayne Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norwayne Middle School offer ?
Norwayne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwayne Middle School part of?
Norwayne Middle School is part of Norwayne Local School District.
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