Serving 382 students in grades 6-8, Wauseon Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wauseon Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Wauseon school district, encompassing approximately 54.7 square miles around the city of Wauseon, OH. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 4.5 miles, with the furthest point being 7.9 miles away, and most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wauseon Middle School's student population of 382 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
'We are a community that empowers each student to discover and pursue a fulfilling future.'
School Rankings
Wauseon 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 Wauseon Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1132 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
69%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wauseon Middle School's ranking?
Wauseon Middle School is ranked #1132 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wauseon Middle School often compared to?
Wauseon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wauseon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wauseon Middle School?
382 students attend Wauseon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wauseon Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wauseon Middle School?
Wauseon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wauseon Middle School offer ?
Wauseon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wauseon Middle School part of?
Wauseon Middle School is part of Wauseon Exempted Village School District.
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