Serving 822 students in grades 5-8, Copley-fairlawn Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copley-fairlawn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Copley-fairlawn Middle School's student population of 822 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Copley-fairlawn Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copley-fairlawn Middle School is 0.51, 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
#439 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
68%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Copley-fairlawn Middle School's ranking?
Copley-fairlawn Middle School is ranked #439 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Copley-fairlawn Middle School?
822 students attend Copley-fairlawn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Copley-fairlawn Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Copley-fairlawn Middle School?
Copley-fairlawn Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Copley-fairlawn Middle School offer ?
Copley-fairlawn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Copley-fairlawn Middle School part of?
Copley-fairlawn Middle School is part of Copley-Fairlawn City School District.
School Reviews
5 3/16/2012
I am an African-American who has lived in Copley for 34 years. I know the school system to be fantastic! I have a niece who graduated with the class of 2004 and a nephew with the class of 2001. Go Copley!
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