Serving 556 students in grades 4-5, Walter G. Nord Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter G. Nord Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Amherst, OH, encompassing approximately 19.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter G. Nord Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Walter G. Nord Middle School's student population of 556 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter G. Nord Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter G. Nord Middle School is 0.44, 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
#657 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)11%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Walter G. Nord Middle School's ranking?
Walter G. Nord Middle School is ranked #657 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Walter G. Nord Middle School?
556 students attend Walter G. Nord Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Walter G. Nord Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter G. Nord Middle School?
Walter G. Nord Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walter G. Nord Middle School offer ?
Walter G. Nord Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter G. Nord Middle School part of?
Walter G. Nord Middle School is part of Amherst Exempted Village School District.
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