Average
#2452 of 3,441 schools in OH
Southview Middle School
Middle School · Lorain City
2321 Fairless Dr, Lorain, OH 44055
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,452 of 3,441
In Lorain
#10 of 25
public schools
In district
#6 of 15
Lorain City
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Southview Middle School
Southview Middle School is a public middle school in Lorain, OH, part of Lorain City. Southview Middle School serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southview Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,452 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Southview Middle School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Southview 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.
72% of students at Southview 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
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Southview Middle School — Students at Southview Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.2/10.
How Southview Middle School Compares
See how Southview 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
2321 Fairless Dr, Lorain, OH 44055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southview Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Brookside Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Sheffield Village), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Elyria), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Northwood Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Elyria), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lorain, see our Lorain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Helen Steiner Rice ES Lorain | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Vincent Elementary School Lorain | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners-Lorain Lorain | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Palm Elementary School Lorain | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Black River Career Prep High School Elyria | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Stevan Dohanos Elementary School Lorain | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Sheffield Academy Sheffield Village | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Westwood Elementary School Elyria | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Elyria Early Childhood Center Elyria | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Westwood Middle School Elyria | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Brookside Intermediate School Sheffield Village | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Brookside High School Sheffield Village | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Brookside Middle School Sheffield Village | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Clearview High School Lorain | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Clearview Local Schools Lorain | 2.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Lorain Preparatory High School Lorain | 2.7 mi | — |
| Durling Middle School Lorain | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Larkmoor Elementary School Lorain | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Northwood Middle School Elyria | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Northwood Elementary School Elyria | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,603
Median Home Value
$95,700
Median Rent
$848/mo
Population
19,870
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.9%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Delhi Middle School Cincinnati, OH | 5.3 |
| Groveport Madison Middle School North Columbus, OH | 5.3 |
| Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8 Mingo Junction, OH | 5.3 |
| Northwood Middle School Elyria, OH | 5.3 |
| Roosevelt Middle School Springfield, OH | 5.3 |
| East Clinton Junior High School Sabina, OH | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southview Middle School
What grades does Southview Middle School serve?
Southview Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Southview Middle School?
Southview Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southview Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southview Middle School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southview Middle School rank in OH?
Southview Middle School ranks #2,452 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Southview Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southview Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Southview Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southview Middle School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Southview Middle School a charter school?
No, Southview Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southview Middle School a Title I school?
No, Southview Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lorain County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.2%
- Phone
- (440) 830-4280
Resources & Links
District
Lorain City- District Enrollment
- 6,058
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,864
- District Rank
- #6 of 15
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