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Westmoor Middle School

Middle School · Columbus City Schools District

3001 Valleyview Dr, Columbus, OH 43204

Enrollment

400

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

3.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,320 of 3,441

In Columbus

#199 of 224

public schools

In district

#102 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Westmoor Middle School

3.2/10

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

Valleyview Elementary School

3.8/10

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3.5/10

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About Westmoor Middle School

Westmoor Middle School is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Westmoor Middle School serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Westmoor Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,320 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Westmoor Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

97% of students at Westmoor 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 Progress3.1Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism97%

Westmoor Middle School — Students at Westmoor 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 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.6% (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
56%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
9%
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: 3.1/10.

How Westmoor Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in OH
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
97.0%

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

3001 Valleyview Dr, Columbus, OH 43204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westmoor Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wedgewood Middle School (rated 3.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hilltonia Middle School (rated 3.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Valleyview Elementary School Columbus 0.0 mi 3.8
Great Western Academy Columbus 0.4 mi 3.5
West Broad Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 4.1
Zenith Academy West Columbus 0.7 mi 6.0
West High School Columbus 0.8 mi 2.8
Westgate Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 5.6
ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL Columbus 1.2 mi 5.9
Sullivant Avenue Community School Columbus 1.4 mi 3.9
Burroughs Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 5.0
Highland Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 3.9
Educational Academy for Boys & Girls Columbus 1.4 mi 6.0
Columbus Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.7 mi 7.2
Eakin Elementary School Columbus 1.8 mi 3.4
Binns Elementary School Columbus 2.1 mi 4.9
Wedgewood Middle School Columbus 2.0 mi 3.9
West Franklin Elementary School Columbus 2.1 mi 4.6
Franklin Heights High School Columbus 2.1 mi 3.6
Bridge Gate Community School Columbus 1.9 mi 5.0
Hilltonia Middle School Columbus 2.0 mi 3.6
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 2.3 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,158

Median Home Value

$170,900

Median Rent

$1,206/mo

Population

43,444

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

51.3%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.4%

Median Age

33.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westmoor Middle School

What grades does Westmoor Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Westmoor Middle School?

Westmoor Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Westmoor Middle School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westmoor Middle School rank in OH?

Westmoor Middle School ranks #3,320 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Westmoor Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westmoor Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Westmoor Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westmoor Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westmoor Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Westmoor Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
97.0%

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