Serving 504 students in grades 6-8, Bellefontaine 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 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellefontaine Middle School's student population of 504 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Bellefontaine 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 Bellefontaine Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1854 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
80%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellefontaine Middle School's ranking?
Bellefontaine Middle School is ranked #1854 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bellefontaine Middle School often compared to?
Bellefontaine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bellefontaine Middle School?
504 students attend Bellefontaine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bellefontaine Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellefontaine Middle School?
Bellefontaine Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bellefontaine Middle School offer ?
Bellefontaine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellefontaine Middle School part of?
Bellefontaine Middle School is part of Bellefontaine City School District.
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