Serving 154 students in grades 7-8, Phoenix Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 54%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Phoenix Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Columbus, OH, encompassing approximately 19.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles to its furthest point.
- 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
School Overview
Phoenix Middle School's student population of 154 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Phoenix 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 Phoenix Middle School is 0.34, 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
#173 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Middle School's ranking?
Phoenix Middle School is ranked #173 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Mccord 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 54% 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?
154 students attend Phoenix Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% 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 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Middle School?
Phoenix Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, 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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