Serving 598 students in grades 4-8, Wheelersburg Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 4-8
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheelersburg Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wheelersburg school district, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 2.1 miles and the furthest edge located 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheelersburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wheelersburg Middle School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Wheelersburg 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 Wheelersburg Middle School is 0.19, 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
#767 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
90%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-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 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-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 Wheelersburg Middle School's ranking?
Wheelersburg Middle School is ranked #767 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wheelersburg Middle School often compared to?
Wheelersburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Middle School, Bloom-vernon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wheelersburg Middle School?
598 students attend Wheelersburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wheelersburg Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheelersburg Middle School?
Wheelersburg Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wheelersburg Middle School offer ?
Wheelersburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheelersburg Middle School part of?
Wheelersburg Middle School is part of Wheelersburg Local School District.
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