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#2685 of 3,441 schools in OH

Buckeye Middle School

Middle School · Columbus City Schools District

2950 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43207

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,685 of 3,441

In Columbus

#108 of 224

public schools

In district

#45 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Buckeye Middle School

4.9/10

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

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2.7/10

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About Buckeye Middle School

Buckeye Middle School is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Buckeye Middle School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckeye Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,685 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Buckeye Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-33.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308

Buckeye Middle School — Students at Buckeye Middle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (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
48%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
9.1%
ELA
18.8%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Buckeye Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in OH
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

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

2950 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buckeye Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Summit Academy Community School-Columbus (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Parsons Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 2.7
NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus 0.8 mi 7.1
Columbus Scioto 6-12 Columbus 0.6 mi 6.4
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 4.7
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield Columbus 1.2 mi 6.7
A+ Children's Academy Columbus 1.5 mi 3.6
CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Columbus 1.6 mi
Marion-Franklin High School Columbus 1.4 mi 2.9
Lincoln Park Elementary School Columbus 1.9 mi 6.6
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus Columbus 1.7 mi 6.4
Summit Academy Transition High School-Columbus Columbus 1.7 mi 4.2
Summit Academy Community School-Columbus Columbus 1.7 mi 7.7
Southwood Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 4.0
Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus 2.1 mi 2.7
Watkins Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 4.3
Moler Elementary School Columbus 2.3 mi 3.3
South High School Columbus 2.6 mi 4.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus 2.7 mi 6.1
Siebert Elementary School Columbus 2.8 mi 5.3
Stewart Alternative Elementary School Columbus 2.8 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,307

Median Home Value

$156,200

Median Rent

$1,115/mo

Population

46,810

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buckeye Middle School

What grades does Buckeye Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Buckeye Middle School?

Buckeye Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Buckeye Middle School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Buckeye Middle School rank in OH?

Buckeye Middle School ranks #2,685 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Buckeye Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Buckeye 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 Buckeye Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Buckeye Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Buckeye Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Buckeye Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County

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