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Groveport Madison Middle School South

Middle School · Groveport Madison Local

4400 Glendenning Dr, Groveport, OH 43125

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

2.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,382 of 3,441

In Groveport

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#11 of 11

Groveport Madison Local

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Groveport Madison Middle School South

2.9/10

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

Glendening Elementary School

6.0/10

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6.8/10

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About Groveport Madison Middle School South

Groveport Madison Middle School South is a public middle school in Groveport, OH, part of Groveport Madison Local. Groveport Madison Middle School South serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Groveport Madison Middle School South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,382 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Groveport Madison Middle School South show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Groveport Madison Middle School South 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 Progress2.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-42.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,810
Chronic Absenteeism51%

Groveport Madison Middle School South — Students at Groveport Madison Middle School South score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.5% (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
71%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
12.1%
ELA
32.2%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Groveport Madison Middle School South Compares

See how Groveport Madison Middle School South performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.9/10
2th percentile in OH
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.0%

Location

4400 Glendenning Dr, Groveport, OH 43125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Groveport Madison Middle School South may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Canal Winchester Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Canal Winchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Groveport Madison Middle School North (rated 5.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Groveport Madison Middle School Central (rated 4.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Groveport, see our Groveport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Glendening Elementary School Groveport 0.2 mi 6.0
Groveport Elementary School Groveport 0.8 mi 6.8
Groveport Madison Middle School Central Groveport 0.8 mi 4.7
Groveport Community School Groveport 1.4 mi 5.6
MADISON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Groveport 1.2 mi 8.2
Groveport Madison High School Groveport 1.5 mi 3.5
Lil Cruiser Campus Groveport 1.7 mi 5.1
Eastland Career Center Groveport 1.7 mi 4.9
Asbury Elementary School Columbus 3.3 mi 5.3
Madison Elementary School Columbus 3.5 mi 4.7
Canal Winchester Middle School Canal Winchester 3.1 mi 6.5
THE LEARNING SPECTRUM LTD - CANAL WINCHESTER Canal Winchester 3.0 mi 7.7
Sedalia Elementary Columbus 3.7 mi 7.3
Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus Columbus 4.0 mi 2.6
Indian Trail Elementary School Canal Winchester 3.2 mi 5.7
Groveport Madison Middle School North Columbus 3.8 mi 5.3
Winchester Trail Elementary Canal Winchester 3.2 mi 7.6
Eastland Preparatory Academy Columbus 4.2 mi 2.7
Dunloe Elementary School Columbus 4.0 mi 3.4
Ohio Achievement Charter Schools Inc. dba Millennium Commun Columbus 4.4 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,376

Median Home Value

$233,200

Median Rent

$1,193/mo

Population

14,765

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

41.3

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NORTHRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Dayton, OH 3.3
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 Groveport Madison Middle School South

What grades does Groveport Madison Middle School South serve?

Groveport Madison Middle School South serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Groveport Madison Middle School South?

Groveport Madison Middle School South has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Groveport Madison Middle School South?

The student-teacher ratio at Groveport Madison Middle School South is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Groveport Madison Middle School South rank in OH?

Groveport Madison Middle School South ranks #3,382 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Groveport Madison Middle School South's MySchoolScout rating?

Groveport Madison Middle School South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Groveport Madison Middle School South?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Groveport Madison Middle School South has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Groveport Madison Middle School South a charter school?

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

Is Groveport Madison Middle School South a Title I school?

No, Groveport Madison Middle School South is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Groveport Madison Middle School South?

77.6% of students at Groveport Madison Middle School South qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.0%

District

Groveport Madison Local
District Enrollment
6,239
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,810
District Rank
#11 of 11

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