Olentangy Orange Middle School

2680 E Orange Rd
Lewis Center, OH 43035
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 1,042 students in grades 6-8, Olentangy Orange Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,042 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 20% in OH
  • : 79% (Top 20%)
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Olentangy Orange Middle School's student population of 1,042 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,042 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Mascot
Eagles

School Rankings

Olentangy Orange 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 Olentangy Orange Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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)
#410 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
79%
54%
81%
60%
81%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
51%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Olentangy Orange Middle School's ranking?
Olentangy Orange Middle School is ranked #410 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Olentangy Orange Middle School often compared to?
Olentangy Orange Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olentangy Shanahan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Olentangy Orange Middle School?
1,042 students attend Olentangy Orange Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Olentangy Orange Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olentangy Orange Middle School?
Olentangy Orange Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olentangy Orange Middle School offer ?
Olentangy Orange Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olentangy Orange Middle School part of?
Olentangy Orange Middle School is part of Olentangy Local School District.

School Reviews

5   5/17/2016
This is my school and its amazing! We have so many clubs you can join like Drama club, robotics club, WEB in 8th grade, American United nations, student council, and many more! We have one of the top 5 student councils in the state. I am a 8th grade student at Orange Middle School and I Love it! We have amazing staff and students! I wouldn't go to any other school! ~Emily Davis-8th grade student/student council secretary/football cheerleader/basketball cheerleader
- Posted by Student/Alumni - em.da

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,042 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 79% (Top 20%)
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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