Serving 858 students in grades 7-8, Oakwood Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakwood Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Canton City School District, covering approximately 28.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakwood Middle School's student population of 858 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
We help our Eagles soar by ensuring every student is successful.
School Rankings
Oakwood 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 Oakwood Middle School is 0.48, 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
#1030 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakwood Middle School's ranking?
Oakwood Middle School is ranked #1030 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Oakwood Middle School often compared to?
Oakwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenwood Intermediate School, Canton South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Oakwood Middle School?
858 students attend Oakwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Oakwood Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakwood Middle School?
Oakwood Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakwood Middle School offer ?
Oakwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakwood Middle School part of?
Oakwood Middle School is part of Plain Local School District.
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