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#2842 of 3,441 schools in OH

Mifflin Alternative Middle School

Middle School · Columbus City Schools District

3000 Agler Rd, Columbus, OH 43219

Enrollment

339

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,842 of 3,441

In Columbus

#130 of 224

public schools

In district

#60 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Mifflin Alternative Middle School

4.6/10

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

Cassady Alternative Elementary School

6.7/10

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2.9/10

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About Mifflin Alternative Middle School

Mifflin Alternative Middle School is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Mifflin Alternative Middle School serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mifflin Alternative Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,842 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Mifflin Alternative Middle School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Mifflin Alternative Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

92% of students at Mifflin Alternative 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-2.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism91.7%

Mifflin Alternative Middle School — Students at Mifflin Alternative Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.1% (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
38%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
24%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
7.2%
ELA
25.4%

* 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 Mifflin Alternative Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
17th percentile in OH
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
91.7%

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

3000 Agler Rd, Columbus, OH 43219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mifflin Alternative Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Royal Manor Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Gahanna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Cassady Alternative Elementary School Columbus 0.3 mi 6.7
Legacy Academy of Excellence Columbus 0.5 mi 2.9
KIPP Columbus Columbus 0.6 mi 6.6
COLUMBUS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbus 0.8 mi 6.1
East Linden Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 5.2
Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School Columbus 1.0 mi 7.1
Mifflin High School Columbus 1.2 mi 3.0
Kids Care Elementary Columbus 1.3 mi 5.3
Ohio Construction Academy Columbus 1.3 mi 3.9
Innis Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 4.3
South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.5 mi 7.6
Early Childhood Education and Family Center Columbus 1.7 mi
Linden STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.7 mi 3.7
Duxberry Park Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.8 mi 4.1
Charles School at Ohio Dominican University Columbus 2.2 mi 3.6
Royal Manor Elementary School Gahanna 1.9 mi 7.4
Road to Success Academy Columbus 1.9 mi 4.8
East Columbus Elementary School Columbus 2.4 mi 4.9
Horizon Science Academy Primary Columbus 2.5 mi 5.7
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School Columbus 2.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,860

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$1,191/mo

Population

32,537

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

39.9%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

31.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mifflin Alternative Middle School

What grades does Mifflin Alternative Middle School serve?

Mifflin Alternative Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mifflin Alternative Middle School?

Mifflin Alternative Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mifflin Alternative Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mifflin Alternative Middle School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mifflin Alternative Middle School rank in OH?

Mifflin Alternative Middle School ranks #2,842 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Mifflin Alternative Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mifflin Alternative Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Mifflin Alternative Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mifflin Alternative Middle School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mifflin Alternative Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Mifflin Alternative Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
91.7%

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