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Cambridge Middle School

Middle School · Cambridge City

1400 Deerpath Dr, Cambridge, OH 43725

Enrollment

402

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,307 of 3,441

In Cambridge

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Cambridge City

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Cambridge Middle School

5.5/10

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

Cambridge High School

5.6/10

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Cambridge Intermediate School

5.4/10

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About Cambridge Middle School

Cambridge Middle School is a public middle school in Cambridge, OH, part of Cambridge City. Cambridge Middle School serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cambridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,307 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Cambridge Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Cambridge 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 Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,745
Chronic Absenteeism39.3%

Cambridge Middle School — Students at Cambridge Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.2% (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
71%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
35.3%
ELA
45.6%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Cambridge Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in OH
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

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

1400 Deerpath Dr, Cambridge, OH 43725

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cambridge Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Buckeye Trail Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Lore City), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Muskingum Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby New Concord), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meadowbrook Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Byesville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Cambridge High School Cambridge 0.1 mi 5.6
Cambridge Intermediate School Cambridge 0.2 mi 5.4
Cambridge Primary School Cambridge 1.1 mi 8.8
ST BENEDICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge 1.7 mi 7.4
Cambridge City Preschool Cambridge 2.3 mi 3.6
Pike Elementary School Cambridge 4.8 mi 4.8
Byesville Elementary School Byesville 6.1 mi 5.4
Meadowbrook High School Byesville 6.9 mi 6.2
Meadowbrook Middle School Byesville 7.1 mi 5.8
Brook Intermediate School Byesville 7.1 mi 7.0
Buckeye Trail Middle School Lore City 7.2 mi 7.1
Buckeye Trail Elementary Lore City 7.2 mi 7.9
Buckeye Trail High School Lore City 7.3 mi 6.1
Preschool at Buckeye Trail High School Lore City 7.3 mi 4.5
Buffalo Campus Senecaville 9.1 mi 5.5
Larry Miller Intermediate Elementary School New Concord 8.7 mi 8.3
John Glenn High School New Concord 8.8 mi 6.1
Secrest Elementary School Senecaville 9.7 mi 9.0
East Muskingum Middle School New Concord 8.9 mi 7.0
New Concord Elementary School New Concord 9.1 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,612

Median Home Value

$160,400

Median Rent

$789/mo

Population

19,728

College Educated

16.5%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cambridge Middle School

What grades does Cambridge Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Cambridge Middle School?

Cambridge Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Middle School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cambridge Middle School rank in OH?

Cambridge Middle School ranks #2,307 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Cambridge Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cambridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Cambridge Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cambridge Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cambridge Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Cambridge Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Guernsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

District

Cambridge City
District Enrollment
1,805
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,745
District Rank
#3 of 5

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