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#1403 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 41% in state

Main Street School

Middle School · Norwalk City

80 E Main St, Norwalk, OH 44857

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.9

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,403 of 3,441

In Norwalk

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Norwalk City

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Main Street School

6.9/10

Middle School in Norwalk · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Norwalk Catholic School

4.8/10

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8.5/10

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About Main Street School

Main Street School is a public middle school in Norwalk, OH, part of Norwalk City. Main Street School serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,403 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Main Street School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • OH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,649
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Main Street School — Students at Main Street School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.5% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
58.7%
ELA
58.7%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Main Street School Compares

See how Main Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
59th percentile in OH
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

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

80 E Main St, Norwalk, OH 44857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Main Street School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edison Middle School (formerly Berlin-Milan Middle School) (rated 8.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Berlin Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is McCormick Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Huron), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Norwalk Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
NORWALK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Norwalk 0.1 mi 4.8
League Elementary School Norwalk 0.4 mi 8.5
Norwalk Middle School Norwalk 0.8 mi 6.6
Pleasant Elementary School Norwalk 0.7 mi 8.3
Maplehurst Elementary School Norwalk 1.0 mi 6.8
Norwalk High School Norwalk 1.2 mi 5.1
Edison Elementary School (formerly Milan Elem) Milan 3.5 mi 7.5
Edison High School Milan 4.3 mi 7.4
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monroeville 4.5 mi 6.7
Monroeville Elementary School Monroeville 4.7 mi 7.2
Monroeville High School Monroeville 4.7 mi 7.0
Ehove Career Center Milan 6.2 mi 3.4
Edison Middle School (formerly Berlin-Milan Middle School) Berlin Heights 8.4 mi 8.4
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huron 10.6 mi 7.6
Western Reserve Middle School Collins 8.3 mi 4.3
Western Reserve High School Collins 8.3 mi 6.2
FIRELANDS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Huron 10.8 mi 6.5
McCormick Middle School Huron 10.9 mi 7.1
Huron High School Huron 10.9 mi 7.0
Western Reserve Elementary School Collins 8.4 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44857 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,227

Median Home Value

$170,400

Median Rent

$795/mo

Population

23,320

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

40.3

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

School Rating
Buckeye Junior High School Medina, OH 6.9
Keystone Middle School Lagrange, OH 6.9
McPherson Middle School Clyde, OH 6.9
Midview Middle School Grafton, OH 6.9
National Trail Middle School New Paris, OH 6.9
Valley View Intermediate School Germantown, OH 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Main Street School

What grades does Main Street School serve?

Main Street School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Main Street School?

Main Street School has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Street School?

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

How does Main Street School rank in OH?

Main Street School ranks #1,403 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Main Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

Main Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Main Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Main Street School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Main Street School a charter school?

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

Is Main Street School a Title I school?

No, Main Street School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Main Street School?

54.7% of students at Main Street 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
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Huron County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

Norwalk City
District Enrollment
2,494
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,649
District Rank
#3 of 6

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