Serving 345 students in grades 4-6, Girard Intermediate 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 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Girard Intermediate Middle School's student population of 345 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We will develop responsible, critical thinkers who will make productive contributions to the community as lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Girard Intermediate 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 Girard Intermediate Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1948 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
10%
17%
White
81%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Girard Intermediate Middle School's ranking?
Girard Intermediate Middle School is ranked #1948 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Girard Intermediate Middle School often compared to?
Girard Intermediate Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Girard Sr High School, Champion Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Girard Intermediate Middle School?
345 students attend Girard Intermediate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Girard Intermediate Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Girard Intermediate Middle School?
Girard Intermediate Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Girard Intermediate Middle School offer ?
Girard Intermediate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Girard Intermediate Middle School part of?
Girard Intermediate Middle School is part of Girard City School District.
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