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Garfield Heights Middle School
Middle School · Garfield Heights City Schools
12000 Maple Leaf Dr, Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,366 of 3,441
In Garfield Heights
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Garfield Heights City Schools
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Garfield Heights Middle School
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About Garfield Heights Middle School
Garfield Heights Middle School is a public middle school in Garfield Heights, OH, part of Garfield Heights City Schools. Garfield Heights Middle School serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,366 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Heights Middle School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
77% of students at Garfield Heights 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
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Garfield Heights Middle School — Students at Garfield Heights Middle School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.2/10.
How Garfield Heights Middle School Compares
See how Garfield Heights Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12000 Maple Leaf Dr, Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Heights Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cuyahoga Hts Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Cuyahoga Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garfield Heights, see our Garfield Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Leaf Elementary School Garfield Heights | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| William Foster Elementary School Garfield Heights | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Elmwood Elementary School Garfield Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Garfield Heights | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Garfield Heights | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| The Brilliance School Garfield Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Maple Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Garfield Heights High School Garfield Heights | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| J.F. Kennedy School Maple Heights | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Maple Heights | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| North Shore High School Garfield Heights | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Barack Obama School Maple Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| SMART Academy Garfield Heights | 2.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Maple Heights High School Maple Heights | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Miles School Cleveland | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Warner Girls Leadership Academy Cleveland | 2.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY Cleveland | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Independence | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Cuyahoga Hts Elementary School Cuyahoga Heights | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,524
Median Home Value
$107,400
Median Rent
$1,103/mo
Population
29,366
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Groveport Madison Middle School South Groveport, OH | 2.9 |
| Westmoor Middle School Columbus, OH | 3.2 |
| North College Hill Middle School Cincinnati, OH | 3.5 |
| Hilltonia Middle School Columbus, OH | 3.6 |
| Innes Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 3.6 |
| Rosemore Middle School Whitehall, OH | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Heights Middle School
What grades does Garfield Heights Middle School serve?
Garfield Heights Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Garfield Heights Middle School?
Garfield Heights Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Heights Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Heights Middle School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield Heights Middle School rank in OH?
Garfield Heights Middle School ranks #3,366 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Garfield Heights Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Garfield Heights Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Heights Middle School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garfield Heights Middle School a charter school?
No, Garfield Heights Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Heights Middle School a Title I school?
No, Garfield Heights Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 656
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.8%
- Phone
- (216) 475-8105
Resources & Links
District
Garfield Heights City Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,920
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,472
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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