Serving 346 students in grades 5-8, Blanchester 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 55% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blanchester Middle School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blanchester 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 Blanchester Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1998 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Blanchester Middle School's ranking?
Blanchester Middle School is ranked #1998 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Blanchester Middle School?
346 students attend Blanchester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Blanchester Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blanchester Middle School?
Blanchester Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blanchester Middle School offer ?
Blanchester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blanchester Middle School part of?
Blanchester Middle School is part of Blanchester Local School District.
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