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#3016 of 3,441 schools in OH

Middletown Middle School

Middle School · Middletown City

551 N Breiel Blvd, Middletown, OH 45042

Enrollment

941

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

4.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,016 of 3,441

In Middletown

#13 of 18

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

Middletown City

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Middletown Middle School

4.2/10

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

Middletown High School

3.3/10

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5.1/10

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About Middletown Middle School

Middletown Middle School is a public middle school in Middletown, OH, part of Middletown City. Middletown Middle School serves approximately 941 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Middletown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,016 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Middletown Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Middletown 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 Progress4.2Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,554
Chronic Absenteeism51.6%

Middletown Middle School — Students at Middletown Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (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
53%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
31%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Middletown Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.2/10
12th percentile in OH
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.6%

Location

551 N Breiel Blvd, Middletown, OH 45042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middletown Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Franklin Junior High School (rated 6.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Highview 6th Grade Center (rated 4.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Middletown High School Middletown 0.1 mi 3.3
Central Academy Nongraded Elementary School Middletown 0.4 mi 5.1
Summit Acdy Comm Schl for Alternative Learners of Middletown Middletown 0.8 mi 6.9
ST JOHN XXIII CATHOLIC SCHOOL Middletown 0.8 mi 6.0
Creekview Elementary School Middletown 1.1 mi 4.9
Miller Ridge Elementary School Middletown 1.3 mi 6.9
Highview 6th Grade Center Middletown 1.2 mi 4.0
Wildwood Elementary School Middletown 1.1 mi 4.1
Marshall High School Middletown 1.5 mi 2.6
Mayfield Elementary School Middletown 2.1 mi 4.8
WCCC @ Atrium Middletown 2.3 mi 4.9
Anthony Wayne Elementary School Franklin 3.0 mi 7.2
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy Middletown 3.2 mi 5.0
Summit Academy Secondary School - Middletown Middletown 3.7 mi 6.2
BISHOP FENWICH HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 3.6 mi 5.7
Rosa Parks Elementary School Middletown 3.5 mi 2.7
Hunter Elementary School Franklin 3.9 mi 7.8
Franklin High School Franklin 4.0 mi 5.6
Franklin Junior High School Franklin 4.0 mi 6.7
Amanda Elementary School Middletown 4.2 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,732

Median Home Value

$192,400

Median Rent

$950/mo

Population

28,217

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

71.8%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

41.1

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General Sherman Junior High School Lancaster, OH 4.3
Waggoner Road Junior High Reynoldsburg, OH 4.3
Pleasant Run Middle School Cincinnati, OH 4.0
Winton Woods Middle School Cincinnati, OH 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middletown Middle School

What grades does Middletown Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Middletown Middle School?

Middletown Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 941 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Middletown Middle School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middletown Middle School rank in OH?

Middletown Middle School ranks #3,016 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Middletown Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Middletown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Middletown Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middletown Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Middletown Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Middletown Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
15 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
941
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Butler County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.6%

District

Middletown City
District Enrollment
5,978
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,554
District Rank
#6 of 10

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