Serving 194 students in grades 6-8, W.h. Kirk 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 5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cleveland, OH, encompassing approximately 3.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
W.h. Kirk Middle School's student population of 194 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
W.h. Kirk 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 W.h. Kirk Middle School is 0.08, 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
#3138 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
96%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 15-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 W.h. Kirk Middle School's ranking?
W.h. Kirk Middle School is ranked #3138 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are W.h. Kirk Middle School often compared to?
W.h. Kirk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prospect Academy, Superior School For The Performing Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend W.h. Kirk Middle School?
194 students attend W.h. Kirk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of W.h. Kirk Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W.h. Kirk Middle School?
W.h. Kirk Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does W.h. Kirk Middle School offer ?
W.h. Kirk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W.h. Kirk Middle School part of?
W.h. Kirk Middle School is part of East Cleveland City School District.
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