Serving 332 students in grades 7-8, Norwalk Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwalk Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Norwalk Middle School's student population of 332 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norwalk 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 Norwalk Middle School is 0.40, 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
#1601 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
76%
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
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Norwalk City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwalk Middle School's ranking?
Norwalk Middle School is ranked #1601 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Norwalk Middle School?
332 students attend Norwalk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Norwalk Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwalk Middle School?
Norwalk Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norwalk Middle School offer ?
Norwalk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwalk Middle School part of?
Norwalk Middle School is part of Norwalk City School District.
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