Serving 449 students in grades 4-8, Larson Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Larson Middle School's student population of 449 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Motto
A SMALL PLACE TO DREAM BIG.
School Rankings
Larson Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larson Middle School is 0.17, 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
#152 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Larson Middle School's ranking?
Larson Middle School is ranked #152 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Larson Middle School often compared to?
Larson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Larson Middle School?
449 students attend Larson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Larson Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larson Middle School?
Larson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Larson Middle School offer ?
Larson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Larson Middle School part of?
Larson Middle School is part of Grandview Heights Schools School District.
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