Serving 423 students in grades 6-8, Southview 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 10% (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 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Southview Middle School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Southview 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 Southview 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
#2952 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
50%
8%
Black
25%
17%
White
17%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lorain City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southview Middle School's ranking?
Southview Middle School is ranked #2952 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?
10% 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 Southview Middle School?
423 students attend Southview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Southview Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southview Middle School?
Southview Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southview Middle School offer ?
Southview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southview Middle School part of?
Southview Middle School is part of Lorain City School District.
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