Serving 432 students in grades 5-8, Tuslaw Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Tuslaw Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Massillon, OH, encompassing approximately 44.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 3.7 miles and the furthest edge located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuslaw Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tuslaw Middle School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Tuslaw Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tuslaw Middle School is 0.13, 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
#634 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
White
93%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, White with Red Trim
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuslaw Middle School's ranking?
Tuslaw Middle School is ranked #634 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Tuslaw Middle School often compared to?
Tuslaw Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuslaw High School, Tuslaw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Tuslaw Middle School?
432 students attend Tuslaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Tuslaw Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuslaw Middle School?
Tuslaw Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tuslaw Middle School offer ?
Tuslaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuslaw Middle School part of?
Tuslaw Middle School is part of Tuslaw Local School District.
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