Serving 379 students in grades 6-8, Waynesville Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Waynesville Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Waynesville, OH, encompassing approximately 50.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynesville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waynesville Middle School's student population of 379 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Waynesville Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesville Middle School is 0.17, 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
#503 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesville Middle School's ranking?
Waynesville Middle School is ranked #503 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Waynesville Middle School?
379 students attend Waynesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Waynesville Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waynesville Middle School?
Waynesville Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waynesville Middle School offer ?
Waynesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynesville Middle School part of?
Waynesville Middle School is part of Wayne Local School District.
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