Serving 395 students in grades 6-8, Northwest Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 395 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Northwest Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Middle School is 0.13, 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
#363 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #363 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Canton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
395 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northwest Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Northwest Local School District.
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