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#2680 of 3,441 schools in OH

Alliance Middle School

Middle School · Alliance City

3205 S Union Ave, Alliance, OH 44601

Enrollment

573

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,680 of 3,441

In Alliance

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Alliance City

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Alliance Middle School

4.9/10

Middle School in Alliance · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Alliance Elementary School at Rockhill

7.0/10

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Alliance High School

4.3/10

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About Alliance Middle School

Alliance Middle School is a public middle school in Alliance, OH, part of Alliance City. Alliance Middle School serves approximately 573 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Alliance Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,680 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Alliance Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Alliance Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,809
Chronic Absenteeism41.4%

Alliance Middle School — Students at Alliance Middle School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
38.5%
ELA
43.4%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Alliance Middle School Compares

See how Alliance Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in OH
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3205 S Union Ave, Alliance, OH 44601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alliance Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Marlington Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Branch Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Beloit), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alliance, see our Alliance schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Alliance Elementary School at Rockhill Alliance 0.7 mi 7.0
Alliance High School Alliance 1.5 mi 4.3
Alliance Early Learning School Alliance 2.0 mi 5.9
REGINA COELI SCHOOL Alliance 1.9 mi 6.3
Alliance Intermediate School @ Northside Alliance 2.8 mi 6.4
Washington Elementary School Alliance 2.7 mi 8.0
Lexington Elementary School Alliance 4.6 mi 6.4
Marlington High School Alliance 4.4 mi 6.5
Marlington Middle School Alliance 4.5 mi 7.5
West Branch Preschool Alliance 4.6 mi 3.6
B L Miller Elementary School Sebring 5.0 mi 7.6
NEW FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minerva 6.4 mi
Mckinley High School Sebring 5.5 mi 7.3
West Branch High School Beloit 6.3 mi 6.7
West Branch Digital Academy Beloit 6.3 mi
West Branch Middle School Beloit 6.3 mi 7.4
GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Louisville 7.7 mi
Marlboro Elementary Louisville 8.2 mi 9.1
Louisville Elementary School Louisville 8.2 mi 8.5
North Nimishillen Elementary School Louisville 8.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,887

Median Home Value

$142,600

Median Rent

$803/mo

Population

32,823

College Educated

16.7%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alliance Middle School

What grades does Alliance Middle School serve?

Alliance Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Alliance Middle School?

Alliance Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 573 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alliance Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alliance Middle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alliance Middle School rank in OH?

Alliance Middle School ranks #2,680 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Alliance Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alliance Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Alliance Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alliance Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Alliance Middle School a charter school?

No, Alliance Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alliance Middle School a Title I school?

No, Alliance Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Stark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.4%

District

Alliance City
District Enrollment
2,957
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,809
District Rank
#4 of 5

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