Serving 461 students in grades 6-8, Ballard Brady Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is equal to the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballard Brady 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
Ballard Brady Middle School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Ballard Brady Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballard Brady Middle School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
13%
17%
White
65%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballard Brady Middle School's ranking?
Ballard Brady Middle School is ranked #221 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ballard Brady Middle School?
461 students attend Ballard Brady Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ballard Brady Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballard Brady Middle School?
Ballard Brady Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ballard Brady Middle School offer ?
Ballard Brady Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ballard Brady Middle School part of?
Ballard Brady Middle School is part of Orange City School District.
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