Serving 418 students in grades 5-8, Barnesville 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 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnesville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barnesville Middle School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Shamrocks
School Rankings
Barnesville 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 Barnesville Middle School is 0.08, which is less 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
#1698 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Shamrocks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnesville Middle School's ranking?
Barnesville Middle School is ranked #1698 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Barnesville Middle School often compared to?
Barnesville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnesville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Barnesville Middle School?
418 students attend Barnesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Barnesville Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnesville Middle School?
Barnesville Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barnesville Middle School offer ?
Barnesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnesville Middle School part of?
Barnesville Middle School is part of Barnesville Exempted Village School District.
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