Serving 268 students in grades 6-8, Bluffton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bluffton Middle School's student population of 268 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
provide a safe and stimulating environment in which flexibility is encouraged in meeting the needs of every student.
School Mascot
Pirates
School Rankings
Bluffton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluffton Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#794 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirates
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluffton Middle School's ranking?
Bluffton Middle School is ranked #794 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bluffton Middle School often compared to?
Bluffton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bath Middle School, Shawnee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bluffton Middle School?
268 students attend Bluffton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bluffton Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluffton Middle School?
Bluffton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bluffton Middle School offer ?
Bluffton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bluffton Middle School part of?
Bluffton Middle School is part of Bluffton Exempted Village School District.
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