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Blendon Middle School

Middle School · Westerville City

223 S Otterbein Ave, Westerville, OH 43081

Enrollment

604

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,871 of 3,441

In Westerville

#16 of 23

public schools

In district

#16 of 23

Westerville City

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Blendon Middle School

6.2/10

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

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About Blendon Middle School

Blendon Middle School is a public middle school in Westerville, OH, part of Westerville City. Blendon Middle School serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Blendon Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,871 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Blendon Middle School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • OH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,875
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Blendon Middle School — Students at Blendon Middle School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (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
91%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
52.1%
ELA
60.4%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Blendon Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in OH
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

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

223 S Otterbein Ave, Westerville, OH 43081

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blendon Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Heritage Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Walnut Springs Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westerville, see our Westerville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Westerville-South High School Westerville 0.1 mi 6.2
Whittier Elementary School Westerville 0.2 mi 9.0
Emerson Elementary School Westerville 0.6 mi 9.0
Hanby Building Elementary School Westerville 0.5 mi 8.8
Cherrington Elementary School Westerville 0.9 mi 6.7
Pointview Elementary School Westerville 1.1 mi 5.0
ST PAUL SCHOOL Westerville 1.2 mi 4.4
Early Learning Center Westerville 1.3 mi 4.6
Mark Twain Elementary School Westerville 1.1 mi 7.4
Walnut Springs Middle School Westerville 1.3 mi 5.8
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus 1.4 mi 8.8
Robert Frost Elementary School Westerville 1.5 mi 8.1
Heritage Middle School Westerville 1.7 mi 6.4
Westerville-North High School Westerville 1.6 mi 5.8
Huber Ridge Elementary School Westerville 2.0 mi 6.0
McVay Elementary School Westerville 1.6 mi 6.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT POLARIS Westerville 2.0 mi
Unity Academy Columbus 2.0 mi
Wilder Elementary School Westerville 2.4 mi 6.9
CENTRAL COLLEGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westerville 2.2 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,336

Median Home Value

$297,300

Median Rent

$1,434/mo

Population

64,314

College Educated

54.3%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

36.1

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Batavia Middle School Batavia, OH 6.2
Bloom-Carroll Middle School Carroll, OH 6.2
Chesapeake Middle School Chesapeake, OH 6.2
Dominion Middle School Columbus, OH 6.2
Greenfield Middle School Greenfield, OH 6.2
Norwood Middle School Norwood, OH 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blendon Middle School

What grades does Blendon Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Blendon Middle School?

Blendon Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Blendon Middle School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blendon Middle School rank in OH?

Blendon Middle School ranks #1,871 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Blendon Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blendon Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Blendon Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blendon Middle School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Blendon Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Blendon Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

41.9% of students at Blendon 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

Westerville City
District Enrollment
14,533
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,875
District Rank
#16 of 23

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