Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Garfield Heights 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 11% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garfield Heights Middle School's student population of 541 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child Matters, Every Day Counts, Together We Thrive!
School Rankings
Garfield Heights 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 Garfield Heights Middle School is 0.25, 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
#2884 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
86%
17%
White
4%
65%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Heights Middle School's ranking?
Garfield Heights Middle School is ranked #2884 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Garfield Heights Middle School often compared to?
Garfield Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cuyahoga Hts Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Garfield Heights Middle School?
541 students attend Garfield Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Garfield Heights Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield Heights Middle School?
Garfield Heights Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garfield Heights Middle School offer ?
Garfield Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garfield Heights Middle School part of?
Garfield Heights Middle School is part of Garfield Heights City Schools.
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