Elmwood High School is a public high school in Bloomdale. It is the only high school in the Elmwood Local School District, which primarily serves Bloom, Montgomery, Perry, and Portage townships in Wood County, but also serves parts of Center and Freedom townships.
Serving 354 students in grades 5-8, Elmwood Middle School ranks in the top 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 60% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Elmwood Middle School's student population of 354 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elmwood Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmwood Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1242 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Royal
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Middle School's ranking?
Elmwood Middle School is ranked #1242 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Elmwood Middle School often compared to?
Elmwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowling Green Middle School, Eastwood Middle School, Penta Satellite by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Elmwood Middle School?
354 students attend Elmwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Elmwood Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood Middle School?
Elmwood Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elmwood Middle School offer ?
Elmwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmwood Middle School part of?
Elmwood Middle School is part of Elmwood Local School District.
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