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#3191 of 3,441 schools in OH

General Johnnie Wilson Middle School

Middle School · Lorain City

2700 Washington Ave, Lorain, OH 44052

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

3.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,191 of 3,441

In Lorain

#20 of 25

public schools

In district

#14 of 15

Lorain City

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General Johnnie Wilson Middle School

3.7/10

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

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4.7/10

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About General Johnnie Wilson Middle School

General Johnnie Wilson Middle School is a public middle school in Lorain, OH, part of Lorain City. General Johnnie Wilson Middle School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. General Johnnie Wilson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,191 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for General Johnnie Wilson Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

80% of students at General Johnnie Wilson 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 Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-30.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,864
Chronic Absenteeism80%

General Johnnie Wilson Middle School — Students at General Johnnie Wilson Middle School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.8% (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
42%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
10.4%
ELA
23.8%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How General Johnnie Wilson Middle School Compares

See how General Johnnie Wilson Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in OH
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
80.0%

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

2700 Washington Ave, Lorain, OH 44052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering General Johnnie Wilson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Durling Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Longfellow Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle (rated 3.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lorain, see our Lorain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Elementary School Lorain 0.1 mi 4.7
Hawthorne Elementary School Lorain 0.5 mi 5.9
ST PETER SCHOOL Lorain 0.6 mi 6.8
Horizon Science Academy Lorain Lorain 0.6 mi 6.4
Lorain High School Lorain 0.5 mi 4.6
New Beginnings Lorain 0.5 mi 5.0
Garfield Elementary School Lorain 0.8 mi 6.5
Frank Jacinto Elementary Lorain 0.8 mi 4.0
Admiral King Elementary School Lorain 1.2 mi 4.0
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy Lorain 1.2 mi 5.9
Lorain Preparatory High School Lorain 0.9 mi
Toni Wofford Morrison ES Lorain 1.1 mi 7.0
Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary Lorain 1.4 mi 3.4
Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle Lorain 1.4 mi 3.5
Durling Middle School Lorain 1.5 mi 4.8
Lorain Preparatory Academy Lorain 1.4 mi 3.1
Clearview High School Lorain 1.7 mi 5.7
Clearview Local Schools Lorain 1.7 mi 2.8
Stevan Dohanos Elementary School Lorain 1.9 mi 3.6
Longfellow Middle School Lorain 2.3 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,298

Median Home Value

$104,000

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

28,067

College Educated

12.3%

Homeownership

52.7%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

30.4%

Median Age

39.2

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Hartwell School Cincinnati, OH 3.9
Hayward Middle School Springfield, OH 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about General Johnnie Wilson Middle School

What grades does General Johnnie Wilson Middle School serve?

General Johnnie Wilson Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend General Johnnie Wilson Middle School?

General Johnnie Wilson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at General Johnnie Wilson Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at General Johnnie Wilson Middle School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does General Johnnie Wilson Middle School rank in OH?

General Johnnie Wilson Middle School ranks #3,191 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is General Johnnie Wilson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

General Johnnie Wilson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 General Johnnie Wilson Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, General Johnnie Wilson Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is General Johnnie Wilson Middle School a charter school?

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

Is General Johnnie Wilson Middle School a Title I school?

No, General Johnnie Wilson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Lorain County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
80.0%

District

Lorain City
District Enrollment
6,058
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,864
District Rank
#14 of 15

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