Serving 627 students in grades 3-7, West Branch 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 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-7
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: West Branch Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Beloit, OH, covering approximately 111.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Branch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Branch Middle School's student population of 627 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Efforts Today, Rewards, Tomorrow
School Rankings
West Branch 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 West Branch Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1331 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Branch Middle School's ranking?
West Branch Middle School is ranked #1331 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Branch Middle School often compared to?
West Branch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Range Middle School, Western Reserve Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend West Branch Middle School?
627 students attend West Branch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West Branch Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Branch Middle School?
West Branch Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Branch Middle School offer ?
West Branch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 3-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Branch Middle School part of?
West Branch Middle School is part of West Branch Local School District.
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