Serving 375 students in grades 7-8, Hayward 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 20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hayward Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hayward Middle School's student population of 375 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
One Community: Inclusive. Compelled. Future Ready.
School Rankings
Hayward Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayward Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2909 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
42%
17%
White
25%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayward Middle School's ranking?
Hayward Middle School is ranked #2909 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hayward Middle School often compared to?
Hayward Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield High School, Northwestern Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hayward Middle School?
375 students attend Hayward Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Hayward Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hayward Middle School?
Hayward Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hayward Middle School offer ?
Hayward Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayward Middle School part of?
Hayward Middle School is part of Springfield City School District.
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