Serving 503 students in grades 4-8, Upper Sandusky Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Upper Sandusky Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Upper Sandusky, OH, covering approximately 213 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 14.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upper Sandusky Middle School's student population of 503 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Upper Sandusky 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 Upper Sandusky Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1157 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
White
85%
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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Sandusky Middle School's ranking?
Upper Sandusky Middle School is ranked #1157 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?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Upper Sandusky Middle School?
503 students attend Upper Sandusky Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Upper Sandusky Middle School students are White, 11% 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 Upper Sandusky Middle School?
Upper Sandusky Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Upper Sandusky Middle School offer ?
Upper Sandusky Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Sandusky Middle School part of?
Upper Sandusky Middle School is part of Upper Sandusky Exempted Village School District.
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