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#182 of 3,440 schools in OH

Top 5% in state

Solon Middle School

Middle School · Solon City

6835 Som Center Rd, Solon, OH 44139

Enrollment

764

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

8.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Solon

#6 of 8

public schools

Ohio middle schools

#37 of 650

In district

#6 of 7

Solon City

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Solon Middle School

Solon Middle School is a public middle school in Solon, OH, part of the Solon City. The school serves approximately 764 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 94.7th percentile among OH schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 90% proficiency in math and 93% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $134,924, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85%
Reading/ELA Proficiency93%
Overall Proficiency89%
Expected (poverty-adj.)48%
vs. Expected+41.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment6.7Above Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,356

Solon Middle School — Students at Solon Middle School score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 90.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 93.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
95%
ELA
93%
2021*
Math
85%
ELA
93%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Solon Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
95th percentile in OH
Academic
9.9/10
9.9/10
Growth
8.5/10
Above average
Environment
6.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers

Location

6835 Som Center Rd, Solon, OH 44139

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Solon Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chagrin Falls Intermediate Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Chagrin Falls), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ballard Brady Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Pepper Pike), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chagrin Falls Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Chagrin Falls), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Solon, see our Solon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Parkside Elementary School Solon 0.1 mi 8.9
Orchard Middle School Solon 0.3 mi 8.8
Solon High School Solon 0.4 mi 8.6
Joseph V. Regano Early Learning Center Solon 0.5 mi 7.3
Grace L Roxbury Elementary School Solon 0.4 mi 9.0
Solon Academy Solon 1.2 mi 4.4
Dorothy E Lewis Elementary School Solon 2.7 mi 8.8
Samuel Bissell Elementary School Twinsburg 2.7 mi 6.0
Geo G Dodge Elementary School Twinsburg 3.5 mi 7.4
R B Chamberlin Middle School Twinsburg 3.8 mi 5.3
Wilcox Elementary School Twinsburg 3.9 mi 5.6
Twinsburg High School Twinsburg 4.0 mi 8.8
VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Aurora 3.4 mi 7.9
Heskett Middle School Bedford 3.9 mi 4.6
Chagrin Falls Intermediate Elementary School Chagrin Falls 4.6 mi 9.5
Chagrin Falls Middle School Chagrin Falls 4.6 mi 8.9
Ledgeview Elementary School Macedonia 4.6 mi 8.0
Chagrin Falls High School Chagrin Falls 4.6 mi 8.7
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chagrin Falls 4.7 mi 6.5
Ballard Brady Middle School Pepper Pike 5.6 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,924

Median Home Value

$373,800

Median Rent

$1,468/mo

Population

24,754

College Educated

62.5%

Homeownership

84.9%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

44.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Solon Middle School has a median household income of $134,924. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $373,800, with a median rent of $1,468/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. 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
Copley-Fairlawn Middle School Copley, OH 8.5
New Albany Middle School New Albany, OH 8.5
Nordonia Middle School Northfield, OH 8.5
A. I. Root Middle School Medina, OH 8.4
Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School Cincinnati, OH 8.4
Harding Middle School Lakewood, OH 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Solon Middle School

What grades does Solon Middle School serve?

Solon Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Solon Middle School?

Solon Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Solon Middle School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Solon Middle School rank in OH?

Solon Middle School is ranked #182 out of 3,440 schools in OH.

What is Solon Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Solon Middle School has a composite rating of 8.5 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 Solon Middle School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Solon Middle School has 90.0% math proficiency and 93.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Solon Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Solon Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Solon Middle School?

18.2% of students at Solon 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (859/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Solon). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Solon City
District Enrollment
4,591
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,745
District Rank
#6 of 7

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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