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#3328 of 3,441 schools in OH

East Middle at Prberry

Middle School · Youngstown City

940 Bryn Mawr Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

3.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,328 of 3,441

In Youngstown

#33 of 38

public schools

In district

#12 of 15

Youngstown City

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East Middle at Prberry

3.2/10

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

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4.5/10

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About East Middle at Prberry

East Middle at Prberry is a public middle school in Youngstown, OH, part of Youngstown City. East Middle at Prberry serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. East Middle at Prberry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,328 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for East Middle at Prberry show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

100% of students at East Middle at Prberry 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 Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.4Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-39.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,791
Chronic Absenteeism100%

East Middle at Prberry — Students at East Middle at Prberry score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.7% (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
38%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
12.3%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How East Middle at Prberry Compares

See how East Middle at Prberry performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
3th percentile in OH
Academic
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
100.0%

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

940 Bryn Mawr Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Middle at Prberry may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hubbard Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Hubbard), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACLD SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - THE LEWIS CENTER (rated 5.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Youngstown, see our Youngstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
M L King Elementary School Youngstown 0.1 mi 4.5
East High School Youngstown 1.6 mi 3.1
Memorial High School Campbell 2.3 mi 5.0
Youngstown Academy of Excellence Youngstown 2.1 mi 6.2
Campbell Elementary School Campbell 2.5 mi 5.2
Hubbard High School Hubbard 2.7 mi 5.5
Northeast Ohio Impact Academy Lowellville 2.6 mi 6.8
Hubbard Middle School Hubbard 2.8 mi 7.3
Hubbard Elementary School Hubbard 2.8 mi 7.9
Youngstown Preparatory Academy Youngstown 2.3 mi 3.5
URSULINE HIGH SCHOOL Youngstown 2.6 mi 7.3
Choffin Career Cntr Youngstown 2.8 mi 5.4
ACLD SCHOOL Youngstown 2.9 mi 7.3
Youngstown Rayen Early College High School Youngstown 3.0 mi 6.2
Harding Elementary School Youngstown 3.1 mi 3.8
Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown Youngstown 3.6 mi 4.6
Struthers Elementary School Struthers 4.0 mi 5.3
POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM SCHOOL OF AUTISM Youngstown 3.6 mi 8.8
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - THE LEWIS CENTER Youngstown 3.2 mi 5.7
Struthers High School Struthers 4.3 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,480

Median Home Value

$82,100

Median Rent

$644/mo

Population

16,449

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

52.5%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

38.7%

Median Age

37.5

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William S Guy Middle School Youngstown, OH 3.1
Johnson Park Middle School Columbus, OH 3.4
Yorktown Middle School Columbus, OH 3.4
Erie Intermediate School Ashtabula, OH 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Middle at Prberry

What grades does East Middle at Prberry serve?

East Middle at Prberry serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend East Middle at Prberry?

East Middle at Prberry has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Middle at Prberry?

The student-teacher ratio at East Middle at Prberry is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Middle at Prberry rank in OH?

East Middle at Prberry ranks #3,328 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is East Middle at Prberry's MySchoolScout rating?

East Middle at Prberry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 East Middle at Prberry?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Middle at Prberry has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Middle at Prberry a charter school?

No, East Middle at Prberry is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Middle at Prberry a Title I school?

No, East Middle at Prberry is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mahoning County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
100.0%

District

Youngstown City
District Enrollment
4,455
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,791
District Rank
#12 of 15

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