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#14 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 1% in state

Bay Middle School

Middle School · Bay Village City

27725 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140

Enrollment

701

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

9.6

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#14 of 3,441

In Bay Village

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Bay Village City

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Bay Middle School

9.6/10

Middle School in Bay Village · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Raphael Elementary School

4.8/10

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7.8/10

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About Bay Middle School

Bay Middle School is a public middle school in Bay Village, OH, part of Bay Village City. Bay Middle School serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Bay Middle School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.4 pts above OH schools
  • This school 9.6 · Excellent
  • OH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency86% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+36.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,683
Chronic Absenteeism11.8%

Bay Middle School — Students at Bay Middle School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 90.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
91%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2020*
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
86.9%
ELA
85.7%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Bay Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.6/10
100th percentile in OH
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

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

27725 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bay Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lee Burneson Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Westlake), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dover Intermediate School (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Westlake), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bay Village, see our Bay Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST RAPHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Village 0.4 mi 4.8
Normandy Elementary School Bay Village 0.4 mi 7.8
Glenview Center for Childcare and Learning Bay 0.6 mi 5.7
Bay High School Bay Village 0.9 mi 8.7
Westlake Academy Westlake 1.2 mi 7.9
WESTSHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westlake 1.2 mi
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westlake 1.4 mi 7.3
Westlake High School Westlake 1.6 mi 7.9
Dover Intermediate School Westlake 2.0 mi 8.9
Westerly Elementary School Bay Village 1.5 mi 9.6
Lee Burneson Middle School Westlake 2.0 mi 9.2
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Westlake 2.2 mi
THE NEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westlake 2.4 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WESTLAKE Westlake 2.3 mi
Westlake Elementary School Westlake 2.6 mi 8.9
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westlake 2.9 mi 6.7
Pine Intermediate School North Olmsted 3.9 mi 6.2
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westlake 3.2 mi 7.4
RUFFING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rocky River 3.1 mi 7.5
Maple Elementary School North Olmsted 3.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,083

Median Home Value

$332,500

Median Rent

$889/mo

Population

15,992

College Educated

66.4%

Homeownership

91.3%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

43.3

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Larson Middle School Columbus, OH 9.6
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Orchard Middle School Solon, OH 9.7
Rocky River Middle School Rocky River, OH 9.5
School of Innovation Willoughby, OH 9.5
Ballard Brady Middle School Pepper Pike, OH 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bay Middle School

What grades does Bay Middle School serve?

Bay Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Bay Middle School?

Bay Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bay Middle School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bay Middle School rank in OH?

Bay Middle School ranks #14 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Bay Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bay Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Bay Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay Middle School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bay Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Bay Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay Middle School?

10.1% of students at Bay 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

District

Bay Village City
District Enrollment
2,377
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,683
District Rank
#1 of 5

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