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Washington Middle School

Middle School · Washington Court House City

500 S Elm St, Washington Court House, OH 43160

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,089 of 3,441

In Washington Court House

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Washington Court House City

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Washington Middle School

5.9/10

Middle School in Washington Court House · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Washington Middle School

Washington Middle School is a public middle school in Washington Court House, OH, part of Washington Court House City. Washington Middle School serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,089 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Washington Middle School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Washington 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,682
Chronic Absenteeism34.1%

Washington Middle School — Students at Washington Middle School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
55.2%
ELA
55.1%

* 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 Washington Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
39th percentile in OH
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

500 S Elm St, Washington Court House, OH 43160

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Madison-Plains Intermediate School (rated 8.2/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby London), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madison-Plains Junior High (rated 7.1/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby London), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairfield Local Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Leesburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington Court House, see our Washington Court House schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington High School Washington Court House 0.1 mi 4.3
Belle Aire Intermediate Washington 1.4 mi 8.0
Cherry Hill Primary Washington 1.4 mi 5.6
FAYETTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Washington Court House 1.8 mi 6.4
Miami Trace High School Washington Court House 3.3 mi 5.0
Miami Trace Middle School Washington Court House 3.6 mi 6.6
Miami Trace Elementary School Washington 3.7 mi 8.0
Greenfield Elementary School Greenfield 13.3 mi 7.8
McClain High School Greenfield 13.4 mi 5.6
Greenfield Middle School Greenfield 13.4 mi 6.2
Sabina Elementary School Sabina 12.1 mi 7.0
Buckskin Elementary School South Salem 15.6 mi 8.0
Fairfield Local High School Leesburg 16.1 mi 7.9
Fairfield Local Elementary School Leesburg 16.1 mi 7.7
Fairfield Local Middle School Leesburg 16.1 mi 6.8
Madison-Plains Elementary School London 17.2 mi 8.4
Madison-Plains Intermediate School London 17.2 mi 8.2
Madison-Plains High School London 17.3 mi 6.4
Madison-Plains Junior High London 17.3 mi 7.1
East Clinton Junior High School Sabina 14.7 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,475

Median Home Value

$162,200

Median Rent

$802/mo

Population

21,966

College Educated

14.1%

Homeownership

60.8%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

42

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Roxboro Middle School Cleveland Heights, OH 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington Middle School

What grades does Washington Middle School serve?

Washington Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Washington Middle School?

Washington Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Washington Middle School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington Middle School rank in OH?

Washington Middle School ranks #2,089 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Washington Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Washington Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Middle School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Washington Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

67.8% of students at Washington 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Fayette County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

District

Washington Court House City
District Enrollment
1,949
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,682
District Rank
#2 of 4

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