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#3128 of 3,441 schools in OH

Wedgewood Middle School

Middle School · Columbus City Schools District

3800 Briggs Rd, Columbus, OH 43228

Enrollment

475

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

3.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,128 of 3,441

In Columbus

#167 of 224

public schools

In district

#83 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Wedgewood Middle School

3.9/10

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

Eakin Elementary School

3.4/10

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4.6/10

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About Wedgewood Middle School

Wedgewood Middle School is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Wedgewood Middle School serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wedgewood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,128 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Wedgewood Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

71% of students at Wedgewood 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism71.2%

Wedgewood Middle School — Students at Wedgewood Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.1% (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
57%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
10.4%
ELA
22%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Wedgewood Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
9th percentile in OH
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
71.2%

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

3800 Briggs Rd, Columbus, OH 43228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wedgewood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westside Academy (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Zenith Academy West (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Eakin Elementary School Columbus 0.2 mi 3.4
West Franklin Elementary School Columbus 0.3 mi 4.6
Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School Columbus 0.4 mi 6.1
Franklin Heights High School Columbus 0.5 mi 3.6
Bridge Gate Community School Columbus 0.6 mi 5.0
Sullivant Avenue Community School Columbus 0.6 mi 3.9
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 0.7 mi 3.5
Westside Academy Columbus 0.7 mi 6.2
Binns Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 4.9
Zenith Academy West Columbus 1.4 mi 6.0
Westgate Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.2 mi 5.6
ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL Columbus 1.3 mi 5.9
Great Western Academy Columbus 1.8 mi 3.5
Stiles Family Center Columbus 1.5 mi
West High School Columbus 1.6 mi 2.8
Stiles Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 4.0
Valleyview Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 3.8
Westmoor Middle School Columbus 2.0 mi 3.2
West Broad Elementary School Columbus 1.9 mi 4.1
Burroughs Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,895

Median Home Value

$204,000

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

58,607

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

45.5%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wedgewood Middle School

What grades does Wedgewood Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Wedgewood Middle School?

Wedgewood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wedgewood Middle School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wedgewood Middle School rank in OH?

Wedgewood Middle School ranks #3,128 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Wedgewood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wedgewood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Wedgewood Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wedgewood Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wedgewood Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Wedgewood Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
71.2%

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