Serving 354 students in grades 6-8, Galion Middle School 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 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Galion Middle School's student population of 354 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Galion 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 Galion Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1883 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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What is Galion Middle School's ranking?
Galion Middle School is ranked #1883 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Galion Middle School?
354 students attend Galion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Galion Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galion Middle School?
Galion Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Galion Middle School offer ?
Galion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galion Middle School part of?
Galion Middle School is part of Galion City School District.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025I think Galion Schools are very educational. But, I do not agree with uniforms. I think students should be able to show there personalities.Review Galion Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I think Galion Schools are very educational. But, I do not agree with uniforms. I think students should be able to show there personalities.
Review Galion Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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