Serving 473 students in grades 6-8, Elida Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (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 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elida Middle School's student population of 473 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Elida 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 Elida Middle School is 0.48, 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
#1277 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
13%
17%
White
70%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Elida Middle School's ranking?
Elida Middle School is ranked #1277 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Elida Middle School often compared to?
Elida Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% 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 Elida Middle School?
473 students attend Elida Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Elida Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elida Middle School?
Elida Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elida Middle School offer ?
Elida Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elida Middle School part of?
Elida Middle School is part of Elida Local School District.
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