Middle Schools in Celina City

The middle schools in Celina City, Ohio, offer a diverse educational experience for students in grades 5-8. The two schools in this district, Celina Middle School and Celina Intermediate Elementary School, demonstrate a range of academic performance and student demographics.

Celina Middle School stands out for its exceptional academic performance, consistently outperforming the state average on Ohio State Tests across various subjects and grade levels. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's proficiency rates were significantly higher than the state averages, with 68.3% proficient or better in 8th grade science, 65.3% in 7th grade math, and 70.5% in 7th grade English language arts. The school's Algebra I end-of-course proficiency rate was an impressive 97.7%, far exceeding the state average of 55.9%.

While Celina Intermediate Elementary School also demonstrated strong academic performance, with proficiency rates above the state averages in 5th and 6th grade science, mathematics, and English language arts, there are some potential equity concerns. The school had a higher chronic absenteeism rate and a larger percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch compared to Celina Middle School. Additionally, the notable difference in per-student spending between the two schools ($7,801 for Celina Middle School vs. $10,242 for Celina Intermediate Elementary School) raises questions about the allocation of resources and its impact on the educational experiences and outcomes of students.