Serving 652 students in grades 6-12, West Liberty-salem Middle/high School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Liberty-salem Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Liberty-salem Middle/high School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Liberty-salem Middle/high School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Liberty-salem Middle/high School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#658 out of 3137 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Liberty-salem Middle/high School's ranking?
West Liberty-salem Middle/high School is ranked #658 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Liberty-salem Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of West Liberty-salem Middle/high School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Liberty-salem Middle/high School?
652 students attend West Liberty-salem Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Liberty-salem Middle/high School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Liberty-salem Middle/high School?
West Liberty-salem Middle/high School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Liberty-salem Middle/high School offer ?
West Liberty-salem Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is West Liberty-salem Middle/high School part of?
West Liberty-salem Middle/high School is part of West Liberty-Salem Local School District.
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