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#1592 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 46% in state

Heath Middle School

Middle School · Heath City

310 Licking View Dr, Heath, OH 43056

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

21.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,592 of 3,441

In Heath

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Heath City

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Heath Middle School

6.6/10

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

Heath High School

5.7/10

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About Heath Middle School

Heath Middle School is a public middle school in Heath, OH, part of Heath City. Heath Middle School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Heath Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,592 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Heath Middle School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above OH schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Heath Middle School runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,336
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Heath Middle School — Students at Heath Middle School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.7% (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
80%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
62.2%
ELA
65.3%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Heath Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in OH
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

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

310 Licking View Dr, Heath, OH 43056

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heath Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Liberty Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Newark), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wilson Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Newark), a more accessible option. For more schools in Heath, see our Heath schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Heath High School Heath 0.1 mi 5.7
LICKING COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Heath 0.4 mi 7.0
Garfield Elementary School Heath 0.7 mi 6.2
Stevenson Elementary School Heath 1.2 mi 8.6
Cherry Valley Elementary School Newark 1.7 mi 7.1
McGuffey Elementary School Newark 1.9 mi 5.4
Little Learners Preschool Newark 1.9 mi 4.1
NEWARK CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newark 2.1 mi 6.5
Wilson Middle School Newark 2.2 mi 5.0
Par Excellence Academy dba Par Excellence STEM Academy Newark 2.6 mi 6.5
Newark Digital Academy Newark 2.6 mi 6.0
MONTESSORI COMMUNITY Newark 2.6 mi
Ben Franklin Elementary School Newark 2.3 mi 5.9
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Newark 2.7 mi 4.7
Newark High School Newark 2.8 mi 4.6
John Clem Elementary School Newark 3.1 mi 6.9
WELSH HILLS SCHOOL Granville 3.1 mi 7.6
Liberty Middle School Newark 3.7 mi 6.3
Legend Elementary Newark 3.7 mi 7.7
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Newark 3.4 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,833

Median Home Value

$229,900

Median Rent

$1,109/mo

Population

17,485

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

78.1%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

42.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Fort Frye Middle School Beverly, OH 6.6
Henry F Lamuth Middle School Painesville, OH 6.6
Lake Middle School Millbury, OH 6.6
Midview East Intermediate School Grafton, OH 6.6
Norwalk Middle School Norwalk, OH 6.6
Paulding Middle School Paulding, OH 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heath Middle School

What grades does Heath Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Heath Middle School?

Heath Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Heath Middle School is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heath Middle School rank in OH?

Heath Middle School ranks #1,592 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Heath Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heath Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Heath Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heath Middle School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Heath Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Heath Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heath Middle School?

39.0% of students at Heath Middle School 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Licking County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

Heath City
District Enrollment
1,647
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,336
District Rank
#2 of 4

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