Excellent
#225 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 7% in state
A. I. Root Middle School
Middle School · Medina City SD
333 W Sturbridge Dr, Medina, OH 44256
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#225 of 3,441
In Medina
#5 of 17
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Medina City SD
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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A. I. Root Middle School
Middle School in Medina · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About A. I. Root Middle School
A. I. Root Middle School is a public middle school in Medina, OH, part of Medina City SD.
A. I. Root Middle School serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. I. Root Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for A. I. Root Middle School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- OH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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A. I. Root Middle School — Students at A. I. Root Middle School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How A. I. Root Middle School Compares
See how A. I. Root Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
333 W Sturbridge Dr, Medina, OH 44256
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. I. Root Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Claggett Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Buckeye Intermediate School (rated 7.2/10, 5.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Buckeye Junior High School (rated 6.9/10, 5.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Medina, see our Medina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ella Canavan Elementary School Medina | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Garfield Elementary School Medina | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Evolve Academy Medina | 1.2 mi | — |
| H G Blake Elementary School Medina | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Heritage Elementary School Medina | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Medina | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Ralph E. Waite Elementary Medina | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Claggett Middle School Medina | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| THE NURTURY Medina | 1.6 mi | — |
| Sidney Fenn Elementary School Medina | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Medina High School Medina | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Medina County Career Center Medina | 2.7 mi | — |
| Eliza Northrop Elementary Medina | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| MEDINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Medina | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MEDINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY UPPER SCHOOL Medina | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| KINDERCARE Medina | 3.6 mi | — |
| Buckeye Intermediate School Medina | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Buckeye Primary School Medina | 5.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Buckeye High School Medina | 5.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Buckeye Junior High School Medina | 5.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44256 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,345
Median Home Value
$292,000
Median Rent
$1,120/mo
Population
64,606
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coldwater Middle School Coldwater, OH | 8.9 |
| Dover Intermediate School Westlake, OH | 8.9 |
| Henry Karrer Middle School Dublin, OH | 8.9 |
| Kilbourne Middle School Worthington, OH | 8.9 |
| Liberty-Benton Middle School Findlay, OH | 8.9 |
| Sycamore Junior High School Cincinnati, OH | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. I. Root Middle School
What grades does A. I. Root Middle School serve?
A. I. Root Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend A. I. Root Middle School?
A. I. Root Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. I. Root Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at A. I. Root Middle School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. I. Root Middle School rank in OH?
A. I. Root Middle School ranks #225 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is A. I. Root Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
A. I. Root Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. I. Root Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. I. Root Middle School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is A. I. Root Middle School a charter school?
No, A. I. Root Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. I. Root Middle School a Title I school?
No, A. I. Root Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. I. Root Middle School?
18.3% of students at A. I. Root Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 700
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Medina County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (330) 636-3500
Resources & Links
District
Medina City SD- District Enrollment
- 6,095
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,116
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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