The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 26% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 81%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students (09-10)
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)26%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)40%
81%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)2%
3%
Hispanic
(09-10)3%
4%
Black
(09-10)69%
17%
White
(09-10)26%
76%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
77%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 81% OH state average).
How many students attend Beery Middle School?
293 students attend Beery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Beery Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Beery Middle School offer ?
Beery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Beery Middle School part of?
Beery Middle School is part of Columbus City School District.
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