Serving 521 students in grades 5-7, Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) 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 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6)'s student population of 521 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every Child Every Day for a Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) 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 Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) is 0.49, 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
#2041 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
70%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6)'s ranking?
Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) is ranked #2041 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6)?
521 students attend Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6)?
Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) offer ?
Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) part of?
Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) is part of Mad River Local School District.
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