Below Average
#3015 of 3,441 schools in OH
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School
Middle School · Marion City
420 Presidential Dr, Marion, OH 43302
Enrollment
936
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
936
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,015 of 3,441
In Marion
#16 of 18
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Marion City
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Ulysses S. Grant Middle School
Middle School in Marion · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ulysses S. Grant Middle School
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is a public middle school in Marion, OH, part of Marion City. Ulysses S.
Grant Middle School serves approximately 936 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ulysses S. Grant Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,015 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Ulysses S. Grant Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Ulysses S. Grant 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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Ulysses S. Grant Middle School — Students at Ulysses S. Grant Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
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: 4.1/10.
How Ulysses S. Grant Middle School Compares
See how Ulysses S. Grant 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
420 Presidential Dr, Marion, OH 43302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ulysses S. Grant Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. River Valley Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Caledonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pleasant Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marion, see our Marion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Harrison Elementary School Marion | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| TRECA Digital Academy Marion | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Marion | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Marion Preparatory Academy Marion | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Buckeye Community School - Marion Marion | 0.9 mi | — |
| George Washington Elementary School Marion | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| William H. Taft Elementary School Marion | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School Marion | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Harding High School Marion | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| William McKinley Elementary School Marion | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| James A. Garfield Elementary School Marion | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Tri-Rivers Career Center Marion | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Pleasant High School Marion | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Pleasant Middle School Marion | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Pleasant Elementary School Marion | 4.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Heritage Elementary School Marion | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Ridgedale Elementary School Morral | 5.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Ridgedale Jr/Sr High School Morral | 5.4 mi | 7.1 |
| River Valley High School Caledonia | 5.6 mi | 5.8 |
| River Valley Middle School Caledonia | 5.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,833
Median Home Value
$139,700
Median Rent
$853/mo
Population
54,581
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
64.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Middletown Middle School Middletown, OH | 4.2 |
| Milkovich Middle School Maple Heights, OH | 4.2 |
| General Sherman Junior High School Lancaster, OH | 4.3 |
| Waggoner Road Junior High Reynoldsburg, OH | 4.3 |
| Pleasant Run Middle School Cincinnati, OH | 4.0 |
| Winton Woods Middle School Cincinnati, OH | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ulysses S. Grant Middle School
What grades does Ulysses S. Grant Middle School serve?
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ulysses S. Grant Middle School?
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 936 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ulysses S. Grant Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ulysses S. Grant Middle School rank in OH?
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School ranks #3,015 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Ulysses S. Grant Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Ulysses S. Grant Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ulysses S. Grant Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ulysses S. Grant Middle School a charter school?
No, Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ulysses S. Grant Middle School a Title I school?
No, Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 936
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.1%
- Phone
- (740) 223-4402
Resources & Links
District
Marion City- District Enrollment
- 4,143
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,626
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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