Willard Grizzell Middle School

8705 Avery Rd
Dublin, OH 43017
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 673 students in grades 6-8, Willard Grizzell Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 673 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 10% in OH
  • : 83% (Top 10%)
  • : 84% (Top 10%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Willard Grizzell Middle School's student population of 673 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers

School Rankings

Willard Grizzell Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Grizzell Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#218 out of 3241 schools
(Top 10%)
83%
52%
84%
60%
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
77%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willard Grizzell Middle School's ranking?
Willard Grizzell Middle School is ranked #218 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
673 students attend Willard Grizzell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Willard Grizzell Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 15:1, 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   2/11/2020
Has decent food and football team and is much better than Karrer middle school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Bobby Bouche
5   11/16/2007
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!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - bobze

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 673 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 83% (Top 10%)
  • : 84% (Top 10%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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