Very Good
#1260 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 37% in state
John C Dempsey Middle School
Middle School · Delaware City
599 Pennsylvania Ave, Delaware, OH 43015
Enrollment
1,259
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,259
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,260 of 3,441
In Delaware
#3 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Delaware City
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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John C Dempsey Middle School
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About John C Dempsey Middle School
John C Dempsey Middle School is a public middle school in Delaware, OH, part of Delaware City. John C Dempsey Middle School serves approximately 1,259 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John C Dempsey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,260 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for John C Dempsey Middle School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- OH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John C Dempsey Middle School — Students at John C Dempsey Middle School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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: 6.6/10.
How John C Dempsey Middle School Compares
See how John C Dempsey Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
599 Pennsylvania Ave, Delaware, OH 43015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John C Dempsey Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hyatts Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Powell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buckeye Valley Local Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Delaware, see our Delaware schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,622
Median Home Value
$311,900
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
59,027
College Educated
46.7%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
38.6
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| Berry Intermediate School Lebanon, OH | 7.1 |
| Amherst Junior High School Amherst, OH | 7.0 |
| Brunswick Middle School Brunswick, OH | 7.0 |
| Hilliard Weaver Middle School Hilliard, OH | 7.0 |
| Logan-Hocking Middle School Logan, OH | 7.0 |
| Bunsold Middle School Marysville, OH | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John C Dempsey Middle School
What grades does John C Dempsey Middle School serve?
John C Dempsey Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John C Dempsey Middle School?
John C Dempsey Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John C Dempsey Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at John C Dempsey Middle School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John C Dempsey Middle School rank in OH?
John C Dempsey Middle School ranks #1,260 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is John C Dempsey Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
John C Dempsey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 John C Dempsey Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John C Dempsey Middle School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John C Dempsey Middle School a charter school?
No, John C Dempsey Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John C Dempsey Middle School a Title I school?
No, John C Dempsey Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John C Dempsey Middle School?
37.3% of students at John C Dempsey 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (740) 833-1800
Resources & Links
District
Delaware City- District Enrollment
- 5,648
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,377
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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