Buckeye Central High School is a public high school in New Washington, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Buckeye Central Local School District.
Serving 204 students in grades 5-8, Buckeye Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckeye Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Buckeye Central Middle School's student population of 204 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Grey, Red, Scarlet
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 19, 2025
School Motto
Where Students Come First
School Rankings
Buckeye Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckeye Central Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1025 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bucky (a Buck Deer)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckeye Central Middle School's ranking?
Buckeye Central Middle School is ranked #1025 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
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 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Buckeye Central Middle School?
204 students attend Buckeye Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Buckeye Central Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckeye Central Middle School?
Buckeye Central Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckeye Central Middle School offer ?
Buckeye Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckeye Central Middle School part of?
Buckeye Central Middle School is part of Buckeye Central Local School District.
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