Serving 150 students in grades 7-8, Phoenix Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Phoenix Middle School's student population of 150 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Phoenix Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
79%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Middle School's ranking?
Phoenix Middle School is ranked #162 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Phoenix Middle School often compared to?
Phoenix Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kilbourne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Phoenix Middle School?
150 students attend Phoenix Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Phoenix Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoenix Middle School?
Phoenix Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phoenix Middle School offer ?
Phoenix Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoenix Middle School part of?
Phoenix Middle School is part of Worthington City School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix Middle School located?
Phoenix Middle School is located in the Perry Highlands neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Perry Highlands.
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