Defiance High School is a public high school in Defiance, Ohio, United States. It was established in 1970 and is part of the Defiance City Schools district.
Serving 572 students in grades 6-8, Defiance 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 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Defiance Middle School's student population of 572 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Blue, Royal blue
School Motto
Believe • Belong • Become
School Rankings
Defiance 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 Defiance Middle School is 0.49, 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
#2009 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
67%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Defiance City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Defiance Middle School's ranking?
Defiance Middle School is ranked #2009 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Defiance Middle School often compared to?
Defiance Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Defiance High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Defiance Middle School?
572 students attend Defiance Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Defiance Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Defiance Middle School?
Defiance Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Defiance Middle School offer ?
Defiance Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Defiance Middle School part of?
Defiance Middle School is part of Defiance City School District.
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