Serving 683 students in grades 6-8, Willard Grizzell Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Willard Grizzell Middle School serves the northwest part of Dublin, OH, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 17.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the school's edges, extending up to 4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard Grizzell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willard Grizzell Middle School's student population of 683 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Willard Grizzell Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Grizzell Middle School is 0.42, 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
#155 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
14%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
75%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Grizzell Middle School's ranking?
Willard Grizzell Middle School is ranked #155 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Willard Grizzell Middle School often compared to?
Willard Grizzell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Karrer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Willard Grizzell Middle School?
683 students attend Willard Grizzell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Willard Grizzell Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willard Grizzell Middle School?
Willard Grizzell Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willard Grizzell Middle School offer ?
Willard Grizzell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard Grizzell Middle School part of?
Willard Grizzell Middle School is part of Dublin City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is an amazing school! The teachers are all very gifted. Tjey teach the students to think for themselves and give them a lot of leash. Tje kids don't abuse it. If a child is in any trouble, academic or not, the facility make s it a top priority. They have incredible academic and sports programs. This is one of the best schools I have ever heard of!
5 10/10/2025
Has decent food and football team and is much better than Karrer middle school.
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