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#1630 of 3,440 schools in OH
Top 47% 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
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
836
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mount Vernon
#6 of 8
public schools
Ohio middle schools
#357 of 650
In district
#6 of 8
Mount Vernon City
About Mount Vernon Middle School
Mount Vernon Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 in Mount Vernon, Ohio, a town setting in Knox County. The school has an enrollment of 836 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1 and 53 full-time equivalent teachers. Academically, Mount Vernon Middle School ranks in the 63rd percentile among Ohio schools, placing it #1283 out of 3468 statewide.
The school has a MySchoolScout Rating of 5.9 out of 10. In standardized testing, 66 percent of students scored proficient or above in math, while 64 percent achieved proficiency or higher in ELA/reading. These results show room for academic growth, with roughly two-thirds of students meeting grade-level expectations in core subjects.
The school's moderate student-teacher ratio provides a manageable classroom environment for middle grades instruction. Located at 302 Yellow Jacket Drive, Mount Vernon Middle School is part of the broader Mount Vernon community.
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: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 6.0/10.
How Mount Vernon Middle School Compares
See how Mount Vernon Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 67% (2019) to 53% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 64% (2019) to 55% (2021).
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. Utica Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Utica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fredericktown Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Fredericktown), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 6.6 |
| Knox County Career Center Mount Vernon | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| East Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Twin Oak Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Pleasant Street Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CHRISTIAN STAR ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | — |
| Columbia Elementary School Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MOUNT VERNON SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 2.1 mi | — |
| Dan Emmett Elementary School Mount Vernon | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Wiggin Street Elementary School Gambier | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Fredericktown Elementary School Fredericktown | 8.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Fredericktown High School Fredericktown | 8.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Fredericktown Middle School Fredericktown | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| North Fork Online Academy Utica | 9.7 mi | — |
| Utica High School Utica | 9.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Utica Middle School Utica | 9.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Utica Elementary School Utica | 9.9 mi | 6.2 |
| East Knox Elementary School Howard | 7.8 mi | 6.4 |
| East Knox Junior/Senior High School Howard | 7.9 mi | 7.8 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mount Vernon Middle School has a median household income of $65,044. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,000, with a median rent of $933/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. 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 |
|---|---|
| Bellefontaine Middle School Bellefontaine, OH | 6.4 |
| Creekside Middle School Fairfield, OH | 6.4 |
| Licking Valley Middle School Newark, OH | 6.4 |
| Madison Middle School Madison, OH | 6.4 |
| Piqua Central Intermediate School Piqua, OH | 6.4 |
| Shore Middle School Mentor, OH | 6.4 |
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 is ranked #1630 out of 3,440 schools in OH.
What is Mount Vernon Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Vernon Middle School has a composite rating of 6.4 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 Mount Vernon Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mount Vernon Middle School has 60.0% math proficiency and 59.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (740) 392-6867
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mount Vernon City- District Enrollment
- 3,490
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,724
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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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