Western Reserve High School is a public high school in Berlin Center, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Western Reserve Local School District.
Serving 145 students in grades 6-8, Western Reserve Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Reserve Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Berlin Center, OH, covering approximately 48.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Reserve Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Western Reserve Middle School's student population of 145 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western Reserve 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 Western Reserve Middle School is 0.12, 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
#476 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
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)14.5%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, White, Red
School Mascot
Blue Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Reserve Middle School's ranking?
Western Reserve Middle School is ranked #476 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Western Reserve Middle School often compared to?
Western Reserve Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaney Middle School, Austintown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Western Reserve Middle School?
145 students attend Western Reserve Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Western Reserve Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Reserve Middle School?
Western Reserve Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Reserve Middle School offer ?
Western Reserve Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Reserve Middle School part of?
Western Reserve Middle School is part of Western Reserve Local School District.
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