Olentangy Orange Middle School serves 1,069 students in grades 6-8.
Olentangy Orange Middle School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Olentangy Orange Middle School's student population of 1,069 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,069 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olentangy Orange Middle School is ranked within the top 10% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Olentangy Orange Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#299 out of 3137 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
3%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
10%
17%
White
56%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olentangy Orange Middle School's ranking?
Olentangy Orange Middle School is ranked #299 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Olentangy Orange Middle School?
1,069 students attend Olentangy Orange Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Olentangy Orange Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 20:1, which is higher than 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
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
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