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Dominion Middle School

Middle School · Columbus City Schools District

100 E Arcadia Ave, Columbus, OH 43202

Enrollment

726

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,852 of 3,441

In Columbus

#50 of 224

public schools

In district

#14 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Dominion Middle School

6.2/10

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

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About Dominion Middle School

Dominion Middle School is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Dominion Middle School serves approximately 726 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dominion Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,852 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Dominion Middle School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Dominion 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 Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism51.1%

Dominion Middle School — Students at Dominion Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.6% (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
72%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
39.4%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Dominion Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in OH
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

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

100 E Arcadia Ave, Columbus, OH 43202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dominion Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Clinton Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Springs Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CALUMET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus 0.2 mi 6.5
Indianola Informal K-8 School Columbus 0.4 mi 6.5
Clinton Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 8.6
Graham Elementary and Middle School Columbus 1.2 mi 3.0
Como Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 5.1
OSU CHILD CARE CENTER ELEMENTARY Columbus 1.1 mi
Great River Connections Academy Columbus 1.6 mi 5.2
CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY Columbus 1.9 mi 8.0
SONSHINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbus 1.7 mi 6.8
Columbus Alternative High School Columbus 1.5 mi 5.9
Graham School The Columbus 1.9 mi 5.4
Weinland Park Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 5.1
Hamilton STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.7 mi 4.3
Cranbrook Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 5.6
BISHOP WATTERSON HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 2.2 mi 6.3
Arts Impact Middle School (Aims) Columbus 2.2 mi 3.8
Metro Early College High School Columbus 2.0 mi 6.9
Indian Springs Elementary School Columbus 2.3 mi 7.9
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE Columbus 2.2 mi
Linden Park Neighborhood Early Childhood Education Center Columbus 1.9 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,689

Median Home Value

$317,000

Median Rent

$1,170/mo

Population

20,059

College Educated

62.2%

Homeownership

30.6%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

30

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Bloom-Carroll Middle School Carroll, OH 6.2
Hamilton Intermediate School Columbus, OH 6.3
Liberty Middle School Newark, OH 6.3
Piqua Central Intermediate School Piqua, OH 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dominion Middle School

What grades does Dominion Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Dominion Middle School?

Dominion Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 726 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Dominion Middle School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dominion Middle School rank in OH?

Dominion Middle School ranks #1,852 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Dominion Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dominion 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 Dominion Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dominion Middle School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dominion Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Dominion Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

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