Serving 1,029 students in grades 6-8, Olentangy Shanahan Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 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 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Olentangy Shanahan Middle School serves the northwest part of Lewis Center, OH, covering an attendance zone of approximately 28.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edges of the zone reaching about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School's student population of 1,029 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,029 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olentangy Shanahan Middle School is 0.62, which is more 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
#172 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
25%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)10.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olentangy Shanahan Middle School's ranking?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School is ranked #172 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Olentangy Shanahan Middle School often compared to?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olentangy Orange Middle School, Olentangy Liberty Middle School, Berkshire Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Olentangy Shanahan Middle School?
1,029 students attend Olentangy Shanahan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Olentangy Shanahan Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olentangy Shanahan Middle School?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olentangy Shanahan Middle School offer ?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olentangy Shanahan Middle School part of?
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
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