Serving 712 students in grades 5-8, Shawnee Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shawnee Middle School's student population of 712 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shawnee Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawnee Middle School is 0.34, 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
#763 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
81%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shawnee Middle School's ranking?
Shawnee Middle School is ranked #763 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Shawnee Middle School often compared to?
Shawnee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bath Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Shawnee Middle School?
712 students attend Shawnee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Shawnee Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawnee Middle School?
Shawnee Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shawnee Middle School offer ?
Shawnee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawnee Middle School part of?
Shawnee Middle School is part of Shawnee Local School District.
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