Woodward Park Middle School

5151 Karl Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 836 students in grades 6-8, Woodward Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 836 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Woodward Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Woodward Park Middle School's student population of 836 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
836 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
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School Rankings

Woodward Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodward Park Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (OH)
#2567 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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19%
50%
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29%
57%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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American Indian
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Asian
8%
3%
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Hispanic
22%
7%
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Black
50%
17%
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White
13%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
7%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.68
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodward Park Middle School's ranking?
Woodward Park Middle School is ranked #2567 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Woodward Park Middle School?
836 students attend Woodward Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Woodward Park Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodward Park Middle School?
Woodward Park Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodward Park Middle School offer ?
Woodward Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Woodward Park Middle School part of?
Woodward Park Middle School is part of Columbus City School District.

School Reviews

4   3/10/2018
I have had 4 children attend WPMS and overall it is not a bad school. As with any school, there have been a few teachers who speak to kids in a manner they shouldn't. I think the kids are pretty typical, not that many fights, school is usually pretty clean (can't speak on the restrooms since I don't recall ever being in them, but I have seen plenty of selfies taken in them and it appears to be above par. Their sports programs for boys and girls are great (volleyball, soccer, basketball, baseball, softball), band, choir, orchestra available. Some of the issues I have would be more with the district (ALEKS requirements in addition to normal math homework, and lack of in school time to complete since not all students have access to computers/internet). Love Mr. Jones (8th grade admin). Test scores may not be that great but I believe this is once again a district issue more so than the school.
- Posted by Parent - naynay459
2   12/6/2011
it a very good school and no fights no bad langue a schools you the parents will want to send your kids to
- Posted by Teacher - jarhi

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 836 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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