Serving 381 students in grades 7-8, Chillicothe Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chillicothe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Chillicothe Middle School's student population of 381 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Chillicothe Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chillicothe Middle School is 0.41, 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
#2440 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
75%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chillicothe Middle School's ranking?
Chillicothe Middle School is ranked #2440 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chillicothe Middle School often compared to?
Chillicothe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Unioto Middle School, Zane Trace Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Chillicothe Middle School?
381 students attend Chillicothe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chillicothe Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chillicothe Middle School?
Chillicothe Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chillicothe Middle School offer ?
Chillicothe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chillicothe Middle School part of?
Chillicothe Middle School is part of Chillicothe City School District.
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