Serving 399 students in grades 6-8, Van Wert 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 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Wert Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district around Van Wert, OH, covering approximately 70.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Wert Middle School's student population of 399 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Van Wert 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 Van Wert Middle School is 0.24, 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
#2130 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
87%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Wert Middle School's ranking?
Van Wert Middle School is ranked #2130 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Van Wert Middle School often compared to?
Van Wert Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School, Crestview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Van Wert Middle School?
399 students attend Van Wert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Van Wert Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Wert Middle School?
Van Wert Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Van Wert Middle School offer ?
Van Wert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Wert Middle School part of?
Van Wert Middle School is part of Van Wert City School District.
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