Serving 313 students in grades 5-8, Tinora Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tinora Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Defiance City School District, covering approximately 114 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 6.2 miles and the furthest edge extending 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tinora Middle School's student population of 313 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tinora Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tinora Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1323 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. 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)12.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tinora Middle School's ranking?
Tinora Middle School is ranked #1323 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Tinora Middle School?
313 students attend Tinora Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Tinora Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tinora Middle School?
Tinora Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tinora Middle School offer ?
Tinora Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tinora Middle School part of?
Tinora Middle School is part of Northeastern Local School District.
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