Serving 904 students in grades 6-8, Canal Winchester 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 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Canal Winchester Middle School's student population of 904 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
904 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Canal Winchester 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 Canal Winchester Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1675 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
34%
17%
White
47%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Canal Winchester Middle School's ranking?
Canal Winchester Middle School is ranked #1675 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Canal Winchester Middle School often compared to?
Canal Winchester Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waggoner Road Junior High School by visitors of our site.
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 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Canal Winchester Middle School?
904 students attend Canal Winchester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Canal Winchester Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canal Winchester Middle School?
Canal Winchester Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canal Winchester Middle School offer ?
Canal Winchester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canal Winchester Middle School part of?
Canal Winchester Middle School is part of Canal Winchester Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Canal Winchester Middle School located?
Canal Winchester Middle School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Canal Winchester, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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