Serving 285 students in grades 7-8, Schaefer 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 22% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schaefer 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
Schaefer Middle School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
One Community: Inclusive. Compelled. Future Ready.
School Rankings
Schaefer 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 Schaefer Middle School is 0.66, 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
#2747 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
21%
17%
White
51%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Springfield City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schaefer Middle School's ranking?
Schaefer Middle School is ranked #2747 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Schaefer Middle School often compared to?
Schaefer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayward Middle School, Springfield High School, Tecumseh Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Schaefer Middle School?
285 students attend Schaefer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Schaefer Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schaefer Middle School?
Schaefer Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Schaefer Middle School offer ?
Schaefer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schaefer Middle School part of?
Schaefer Middle School is part of Springfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Schaefer Middle School located?
Schaefer Middle School is located in the Maplewood neighborhood of Springfield, OH.
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