Very Good
#1078 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 31% in state
Shaker Hts Middle School
Middle School · Shaker Heights City
20600 Shaker Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH 44122
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,078 of 3,441
In Shaker Heights
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Shaker Heights City
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Shaker Hts Middle School
Shaker Hts Middle School is a public middle school in Shaker Heights, OH, part of Shaker Heights City. Shaker Hts Middle School serves approximately 644 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Shaker Hts Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,078 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Shaker Hts Middle School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- OH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Shaker Hts Middle School — Students at Shaker Hts Middle School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38%
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: 7.0/10.
How Shaker Hts Middle School Compares
See how Shaker Hts Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20600 Shaker Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH 44122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shaker Hts Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Beachwood Middle School (rated 9.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Beachwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Warrensville Heights Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Warrensville Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Shaker Heights, see our Shaker Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HANNA PERKINS SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 0.4 mi | — |
| HATHAWAY BROWN SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| GESU SCHOOL University Heights | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Mercer Elementary School Shaker Heights | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Gearity Professional Development School University Hts | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| LAUREL SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Canterbury Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Fernway Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Lomond Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| RUFFING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cleveland Heights | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Adlai Stevenson School Cleveland | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Fairmount Early Childhood Center Beachwood | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Beachwood High School Beachwood | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Beachwood Middle School Beachwood | 1.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Rowland Elementary School South Euclid | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Bryden Elementary School Beachwood | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Warrensville Heights High School Warrensville Heights | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Warrensville Heights Middle School Warrensville Heights | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Hilltop Elementary School Beachwood | 2.0 mi | 9.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,469
Median Home Value
$304,300
Median Rent
$1,509/mo
Population
36,960
College Educated
61.9%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anthony Wayne Junior High School Whitehouse, OH | 7.4 |
| Buckeye Valley Local Middle School Delaware, OH | 7.4 |
| Jackson Middle School Grove City, OH | 7.4 |
| Ontario Middle School Mansfield, OH | 7.4 |
| Tuscarawas Middle School Tuscarawas, OH | 7.4 |
| Tuslaw Middle School Massillon, OH | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shaker Hts Middle School
What grades does Shaker Hts Middle School serve?
Shaker Hts Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Shaker Hts Middle School?
Shaker Hts Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 644 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shaker Hts Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shaker Hts Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shaker Hts Middle School rank in OH?
Shaker Hts Middle School ranks #1,078 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Shaker Hts Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shaker Hts Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Shaker Hts Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shaker Hts Middle School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Shaker Hts Middle School a charter school?
No, Shaker Hts Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shaker Hts Middle School a Title I school?
No, Shaker Hts Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shaker Hts Middle School?
38.0% of students at Shaker Hts 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 644
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.3%
- Phone
- (216) 295-4100
Resources & Links
District
Shaker Heights City- District Enrollment
- 4,445
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,778
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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