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#164 of 3,440 schools in OH

Top 5% in state

Lee Eaton Intermediate School

Middle School · Nordonia Hills City

115 Ledge Rd, Northfield, OH 44067

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

8.6

Grades

5th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Northfield

#1 of 4

public schools

Ohio middle schools

#34 of 650

In district

#1 of 6

Nordonia Hills City

Equity

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Lee Eaton Intermediate School

Lee Eaton Intermediate School serves 522 students in grades 5 through 8 in Northfield, Ohio. It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — backed by a 9.5 academic score and a 9.4 growth score. Together, those two metrics place Lee Eaton at #26 of 650 public middle schools in Ohio, a ranking measured against every public middle school in the state, not just peers in the same region.

The school runs a student-teacher ratio of 19.3 to 1. Expanded to the full field of Ohio public schools across all grade levels, the picture is even stronger: Lee Eaton ranks #105 of 3,440 public schools statewide, outperforming 97% of Ohio schools regardless of type or level. Among the four public schools serving Northfield, it ranks first.

Lee Eaton is a regular public school with no selective admissions process. Its scores reflect performance on the same statewide assessments every Ohio public school takes. Families in Northfield are within reach of a campus that competes at the top percentile of public education in Ohio.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Exceptional40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.5Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77%
Reading/ELA Proficiency86%
Overall Proficiency82%
Expected (poverty-adj.)48%
vs. Expected+33.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,343

Lee Eaton Intermediate School — Students at Lee Eaton Intermediate School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 80.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
86%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Lee Eaton Intermediate School Compares

See how Lee Eaton Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in OH
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
9.4/10
Above average
Environment
5.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers

Location

115 Ledge Rd, Northfield, OH 44067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lee Eaton Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Nordonia Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Geo G Dodge Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Twinsburg), a more accessible option. Additionally, R B Chamberlin Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Twinsburg), a more accessible option. For more schools in Northfield, see our Northfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LAWRENCE SCHOOL-UPPER SCHOOL CAMPUS Northfield 0.4 mi 9.0
Nordonia Middle School Northfield 1.5 mi 8.5
Northfield Elementary School Northfield 1.6 mi 8.2
ST BARNABAS SCHOOL Northfield 1.8 mi 6.5
Rushwood Elementary School Northfield 1.7 mi 8.1
Nordonia High School Macedonia 2.5 mi 7.3
Nordonia Digital Knights Academy Macedonia 2.5 mi
Ledgeview Elementary School Macedonia 2.1 mi 8.0
Carylwood Intermediate School Bedford 2.8 mi 4.6
Central Primary School Bedford 3.7 mi 3.3
Glendale Primary School Bedford 4.1 mi 4.3
Samuel Bissell Elementary School Twinsburg 3.3 mi 6.0
Bedford High School Bedford 4.6 mi 5.9
Columbus Intermediate School Bedford 4.5 mi 4.1
EXCEL Bedford 4.7 mi 7.8
R B Chamberlin Middle School Twinsburg 3.8 mi 5.3
Heskett Middle School Bedford 4.9 mi 4.6
Geo G Dodge Elementary School Twinsburg 4.0 mi 7.4
Abraham Lincoln School Maple Heights 4.8 mi 4.3
Barack Obama School Maple Heights 4.9 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,082

Median Home Value

$234,800

Median Rent

$1,242/mo

Population

19,917

College Educated

39.7%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

48.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lee Eaton Intermediate School has a median household income of $89,082. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $234,800, with a median rent of $1,242/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Harding Middle School Lakewood, OH 8.6
Coldwater Middle School Coldwater, OH 8.5
Nordonia Middle School Northfield, OH 8.5
Swanton Middle School Swanton, OH 8.7
Willard Grizzell Middle School Dublin, OH 8.7
A. I. Root Middle School Medina, OH 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lee Eaton Intermediate School

What grades does Lee Eaton Intermediate School serve?

Lee Eaton Intermediate School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Lee Eaton Intermediate School?

Lee Eaton Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Eaton Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lee Eaton Intermediate School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lee Eaton Intermediate School rank in OH?

Lee Eaton Intermediate School is ranked #164 out of 3,440 schools in OH.

What is Lee Eaton Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lee Eaton Intermediate School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lee Eaton Intermediate School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lee Eaton Intermediate School has 80.0% math proficiency and 83.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Lee Eaton Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Lee Eaton Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lee Eaton Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Lee Eaton Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lee Eaton Intermediate School?

19.5% of students at Lee Eaton Intermediate 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,046/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Northfield). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Summit County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Nordonia Hills City
District Enrollment
3,437
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,121
District Rank
#1 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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