Serving 644 students in grades 7-8, Shaker Hts Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shaker Hts Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Shaker Hts Middle School's student population of 644 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Mascot
Raiders
School Rankings
Shaker Hts Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shaker Hts Middle School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1864 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
50%
17%
White
35%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shaker Hts Middle School's ranking?
Shaker Hts Middle School is ranked #1864 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Shaker Hts Middle School often compared to?
Shaker Hts Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beachwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Shaker Hts Middle School?
644 students attend Shaker Hts Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Shaker Hts Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaker Hts Middle School?
Shaker Hts Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shaker Hts Middle School offer ?
Shaker Hts Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shaker Hts Middle School part of?
Shaker Hts Middle School is part of Shaker Heights City School District.
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