John R Lea Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John R Lea Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (24-25)
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John R Lea Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#614 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(24-25)n/a
n/a
Asian
(24-25)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(24-25)2%
8%
Black
(24-25)n/a
17%
White
(24-25)95%
65%
Hawaiian
(24-25)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(24-25)3%
7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (24-25)
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (24-25)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John R Lea Middle School's ranking?
John R Lea Middle School is ranked #614 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are John R Lea Middle School often compared to?
John R Lea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orrville Middle School, Dalton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend John R Lea Middle School?
186 students attend John R Lea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of John R Lea Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does John R Lea Middle School offer ?
John R Lea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John R Lea Middle School part of?
John R Lea Middle School is part of Southeast Local School District.
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