Middle Schools in Barberton City

The middle schools in Barberton City, Ohio consist of Barberton Middle School, a traditional public middle school, and Barberton Virtual Academy, a small public virtual school. While Barberton Middle School has a relatively large and diverse student population, Barberton Virtual Academy serves only 10 students, the majority of whom are White.

Academically, Barberton Middle School stands out for its exceptional performance in Algebra I, with 98% of students proficient or better, significantly higher than the district and state averages. However, the school's overall proficiency rates in state tests are generally lower than the state averages, particularly in Mathematics and English Language Arts. In contrast, Barberton Virtual Academy lacks sufficient data to analyze its academic performance.

Both schools face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, exceeding 30%, which may indicate underlying issues related to student engagement and attendance. Additionally, the stark contrast in racial composition between the two schools raises questions about equity and access to educational opportunities within the Barberton City district.