Serving 476 students in grades 6-8, Wedgewood 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 19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wedgewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Wedgewood Middle School's student population of 476 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Wedgewood 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 Wedgewood Middle School is 0.73, 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
#2870 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
36%
8%
Black
26%
17%
White
27%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wedgewood Middle School's ranking?
Wedgewood Middle School is ranked #2870 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wedgewood Middle School often compared to?
Wedgewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westmoor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wedgewood Middle School?
476 students attend Wedgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Wedgewood Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wedgewood Middle School?
Wedgewood Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wedgewood Middle School offer ?
Wedgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wedgewood Middle School part of?
Wedgewood Middle School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Wedgewood Middle School located?
Wedgewood Middle School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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