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Willowick Middle School

Middle School · Willoughby-Eastlake City

31500 Royalview Dr, Willowick, OH 44095

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

5.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,580 of 3,441

In Willowick

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

Willoughby-Eastlake City

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Willowick Middle School

5.1/10

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

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6.8/10

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About Willowick Middle School

Willowick Middle School is a public middle school in Willowick, OH, part of Willoughby-Eastlake City. Willowick Middle School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Willowick Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,580 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Willowick Middle School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Willowick 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 Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment6.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,981
Chronic Absenteeism36.8%

Willowick Middle School — Students at Willowick Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (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
82%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
39.4%
ELA
55.6%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Willowick Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in OH
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.8%

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

31500 Royalview Dr, Willowick, OH 44095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Willowick Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. School of Innovation (rated 9.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Willoughby), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eastlake Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Eastlake), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Willoughby Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Willoughby), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Willowick, see our Willowick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Royalview Elementary School Willowick 0.0 mi 6.8
Northern Career Institute Willoughby 1.0 mi
MATER DEI ACADEMY Wickliffe 1.4 mi 5.6
Willoughby-Eastlake Preschool Eastlake 1.7 mi 4.7
North High School Eastlake 1.7 mi 4.6
Longfellow Elementary School Eastlake 1.6 mi 5.7
WILLOUGHBY MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Willoughby 1.6 mi
Edison Elementary School Willoughby 1.5 mi 6.3
Wickliffe Lower School Wickliffe 2.2 mi 6.2
Wickliffe Upper School Wickliffe 2.2 mi 5.3
Willoughby Middle School Willoughby 2.1 mi 4.8
ALL SAINTS Wickliffe 2.6 mi 5.8
South High School Willoughby 2.2 mi 5.5
Euclid Schools Early Learning Village Euclid 2.5 mi 6.1
TELSHE HIGH SCHOOL Wickliffe 2.8 mi 4.8
SS ROBERT & WILLIAM CATHOLIC SCHOOL Euclid 2.3 mi 6.8
Shoreview Elementary School Euclid 2.6 mi 5.6
School of Innovation Willoughby 3.4 mi 9.5
Eastlake Middle School Eastlake 3.5 mi 5.5
Bluestone Elementary School Euclid 3.4 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,778

Median Home Value

$162,600

Median Rent

$985/mo

Population

32,508

College Educated

24.1%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Willowick Middle School

What grades does Willowick Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Willowick Middle School?

Willowick Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Willowick Middle School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Willowick Middle School rank in OH?

Willowick Middle School ranks #2,580 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Willowick Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Willowick Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Willowick Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Willowick Middle School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Willowick Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Willowick Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

56.8% of students at Willowick 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.8%

District

Willoughby-Eastlake City
District Enrollment
6,978
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,981
District Rank
#9 of 12

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