East High School is a public high school in Youngstown, Ohio, United States. It is one of four secondary schools in the Youngstown City School District. Athletic teams compete as the East Golden Bears in the Ohio High School Athletic Association as a member of the Steel Valley Conference.
Serving 298 students in grades 6-8, East Middle At Prberry 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 4% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Middle At Prberry ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
East Middle At Prberry's student population of 298 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Gold, Navy Blue
School Rankings
East Middle At Prberry 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 East Middle At Prberry is 0.65, 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
#3176 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
35%
8%
Black
46%
17%
White
10%
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
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Middle At Prberry's ranking?
East Middle At Prberry is ranked #3176 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are East Middle At Prberry often compared to?
East Middle At Prberryis often viewed alongside schools like Taft Elementary School, Struthers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend East Middle At Prberry?
298 students attend East Middle At Prberry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of East Middle At Prberry students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Middle At Prberry?
East Middle At Prberry has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Middle At Prberry offer ?
East Middle At Prberry offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Middle At Prberry part of?
East Middle At Prberry is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is East Middle At Prberry located?
East Middle At Prberry is located in the Erie neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Erie.
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