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Ironton Middle School

Middle School · Ironton City School District

302 Delaware St, Ironton, OH 45638

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,789 of 3,441

In Ironton

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Ironton City School District

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Ironton Middle School

6.3/10

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

Ironton Elementary School

7.4/10

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4.7/10

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About Ironton Middle School

Ironton Middle School is a public middle school in Ironton, OH, part of Ironton City School District. Ironton Middle School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ironton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,789 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Ironton Middle School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Ironton 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 Progress6.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment6.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,110
Chronic Absenteeism35.1%

Ironton Middle School — Students at Ironton Middle School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (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
73%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
50.4%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Ironton Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in OH
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

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

302 Delaware St, Ironton, OH 45638

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ironton Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rock Hill Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Russell Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Russell), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Raceland-Worthington Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Raceland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ironton, see our Ironton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Ironton Elementary School Ironton 0.0 mi 7.4
Campbell Elementary School Raceland 1.7 mi 4.7
ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL Ironton 1.9 mi 6.4
Raceland-Worthington High School Raceland 1.8 mi 7.7
Raceland-Worthington Middle School Raceland 1.8 mi 6.1
Russell-McDowell Intermediate School Flatwoods 2.5 mi 6.7
ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Ironton 2.3 mi 6.8
Russell High School Russell 2.9 mi 7.7
Russell Primary School Russell 2.9 mi 5.3
Russell Middle School Russell 2.9 mi 6.7
Russell Independent Alternative School Russell 3.0 mi
Ironton High School Ironton 2.8 mi 4.5
Wurtland Middle School Wurtland 3.7 mi 5.9
Wurtland Elementary School Wurtland 3.7 mi 3.9
Rock Hill Middle School Ironton 4.8 mi 7.0
Rock Hill Elementary School Ironton 4.7 mi 8.2
Rock Hill Sr High School Ironton 4.9 mi 5.9
Dawson-Bryant High School Coal Grove 4.8 mi 6.5
Dawson-Bryant Middle School Coal Grove 4.8 mi 5.8
Fairview High School Ashland 5.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,544

Median Home Value

$118,500

Median Rent

$782/mo

Population

19,921

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

39.9

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Grand Valley Middle School Orwell, OH 6.3
Highland Middle School Marengo, OH 6.3
Liberty Union Middle School Baltimore, OH 6.3
Ridgewood Middle School West Lafayette, OH 6.3
Utica Middle School Utica, OH 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ironton Middle School

What grades does Ironton Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Ironton Middle School?

Ironton Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ironton Middle School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ironton Middle School rank in OH?

Ironton Middle School ranks #1,789 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Ironton Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ironton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Ironton Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ironton Middle School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ironton Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Ironton Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Lawrence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

District

Ironton City School District
District Enrollment
1,348
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,110
District Rank
#2 of 3

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