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#2781 of 3,441 schools in OH

Circleville Middle School

Middle School · Circleville City

360 Clark Dr, Circleville, OH 43113

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,781 of 3,441

In Circleville

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Circleville City

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Circleville Middle School

4.7/10

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

Circleville High School

5.4/10

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Circleville Elementary School

5.3/10

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About Circleville Middle School

Circleville Middle School is a public middle school in Circleville, OH, part of Circleville City. Circleville Middle School serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Circleville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,781 of 3,441 schools in OH.

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

How it compares1.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Circleville 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 Progress4.9Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,248
Chronic Absenteeism40.3%

Circleville Middle School — Students at Circleville 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 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (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
65%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
45.2%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Circleville Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in OH
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

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

360 Clark Dr, Circleville, OH 43113

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Circleville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Zane Trace Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Chillicothe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Amanda-Clearcreek Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Amanda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Teays Valley East Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Ashville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Circleville, see our Circleville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Circleville High School Circleville 0.1 mi 5.4
Circleville Elementary School Circleville 0.4 mi 5.3
Ralph C Starkey (Cjcf) Circleville 1.5 mi 5.5
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Circleville 2.4 mi 8.0
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Circleville 2.9 mi 7.5
Logan Elm Elementary School Circleville 5.0 mi 7.2
Logan Elm Middle/High School Circleville 5.0 mi 6.5
Walnut Elementary School Ashville 6.0 mi 9.1
Ashville Elementary School Ashville 7.5 mi 8.9
Teays Valley High School Ashville 8.0 mi 5.6
Teays Valley Digital Academy Ashville 8.0 mi
Teays Valley East Middle School Ashville 8.4 mi 6.0
South Bloomfield Elementary South 7.9 mi 8.6
Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center Chillicothe 11.8 mi 5.9
Zane Trace Elementary School Chillicothe 12.5 mi 8.4
Zane Trace High School Chillicothe 12.5 mi 5.5
Zane Trace Middle School Chillicothe 12.5 mi 7.4
Amanda-Clearcreek Primary School Amanda 10.3 mi 6.6
Amanda-Clearcreek Middle School Amanda 10.5 mi 6.3
Amanda-Clearcreek Elementary School Amanda 10.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,715

Median Home Value

$217,500

Median Rent

$935/mo

Population

24,314

College Educated

22.2%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

41.1

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Groveport Madison Middle School Central Groveport, OH 4.7
Huntington Middle School Chillicothe, OH 4.7
Piqua Junior High School Piqua, OH 4.7
Ridgeview Middle School Columbus, OH 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Circleville Middle School

What grades does Circleville Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Circleville Middle School?

Circleville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Circleville Middle School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Circleville Middle School rank in OH?

Circleville Middle School ranks #2,781 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Circleville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Circleville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Circleville Middle School?

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

Is Circleville Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Circleville Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Pickaway County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

District

Circleville City
District Enrollment
2,095
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,248
District Rank
#3 of 3

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