Medina City School District

The Medina City School District in Ohio operates 11 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The district's schools exhibit a wide range of performance, with some standout institutions like A.I. Root Middle School and Ralph E. Waite Elementary consistently ranking among the top in the state, while others, such as Garfield Elementary, struggle with lower proficiency rates and higher chronic absenteeism.

The district's high-performing schools, including Medina High School, boast impressive graduation rates and significantly higher proficiency rates on state tests compared to the state average, particularly in math and science. However, the district also faces significant performance gaps, with racial disparities in student outcomes suggesting potential equity issues that warrant further investigation.

The alternative Evolve Academy stands out as a school facing significant challenges, with extremely high chronic absenteeism, low enrollment, and limited data available. The wide range in per-student spending, from $7,484 at A.I. Root Middle School to $13,241 at Garfield Elementary, also raises questions about resource allocation and whether higher-spending schools are achieving commensurate outcomes.