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#1445 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 42% in state
Mount Vernon Middle School
Middle School · Mount Vernon City
302 Yellow Jacket Drive, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Enrollment
836
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
836
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,445 of 3,441
In Mount Vernon
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Mount Vernon City
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Mount Vernon Middle School
Mount Vernon Middle School is a public middle school in Mount Vernon, OH, part of Mount Vernon City. Mount Vernon Middle School serves approximately 836 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Vernon Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,445 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Vernon Middle School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- OH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mount Vernon Middle School — Students at Mount Vernon Middle School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.5%
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: 7.3/10.
How Mount Vernon Middle School Compares
See how Mount Vernon 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
302 Yellow Jacket Drive, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Vernon Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fredericktown Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Fredericktown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Utica Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Utica), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Knox County Career Center Mount Vernon | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| East Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Twin Oak Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Pleasant Street Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CHRISTIAN STAR ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | — |
| Columbia Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| MOUNT VERNON SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 2.1 mi | — |
| Dan Emmett Elementary School Mount Vernon | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Wiggin Street Elementary School Gambier | 4.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Fredericktown Elementary School Fredericktown | 8.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Fredericktown High School Fredericktown | 8.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Fredericktown Middle School Fredericktown | 8.0 mi | 8.3 |
| North Fork Online Academy Utica | 9.7 mi | — |
| Utica High School Utica | 9.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Utica Middle School Utica | 9.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Utica Elementary School Utica | 9.9 mi | 7.6 |
| East Knox Elementary School Howard | 7.8 mi | 7.8 |
| East Knox Junior/Senior High School Howard | 7.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,044
Median Home Value
$199,000
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
30,360
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bridgetown Middle School Cincinnati, OH | 6.9 |
| Morton Middle School Vandalia, OH | 6.9 |
| Shore Middle School Mentor, OH | 6.9 |
| Wapakoneta Middle School Wapakoneta, OH | 6.9 |
| Amherst Junior High School Amherst, OH | 7.0 |
| East Muskingum Middle School New Concord, OH | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Vernon Middle School
What grades does Mount Vernon Middle School serve?
Mount Vernon Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Vernon Middle School?
Mount Vernon Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 836 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Middle School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Vernon Middle School rank in OH?
Mount Vernon Middle School ranks #1,445 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Mount Vernon Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Vernon Middle 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 Mount Vernon Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Vernon Middle School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mount Vernon Middle School a charter school?
No, Mount Vernon Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Vernon Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mount Vernon Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Vernon Middle School?
50.5% of students at Mount Vernon 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 836
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (740) 392-6867
Resources & Links
District
Mount Vernon City- District Enrollment
- 3,490
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,724
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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