Middle Schools in Lima City

The middle schools in Lima City, Ohio are struggling, with both Lima West Middle School and Lima North Middle School performing poorly on key metrics. The schools have significantly lower proficiency rates compared to the Lima City and Ohio state averages across various subjects and grade levels, with both schools consistently scoring below 50% proficiency. Additionally, the schools have high chronic absenteeism rates, with 38.8% of students considered chronically absent, well above the state average.

The data also reveals that the Lima City school district, which oversees both middle schools, is ranked 601 out of 828 districts in Ohio and has a 1-star rating. Lima West Middle School is ranked 900 out of 1,036 Ohio middle schools and has a 1-star rating, while Lima North Middle School does not have a statewide ranking or rating history provided. The difference in per-student spending between the two schools ($864) may suggest an imbalance in resource allocation within the district.

Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of the middle schools in Lima City, with both schools struggling to provide students with a high-quality education. Significant improvements are needed across multiple areas, including academic performance, attendance, and resource allocation, to address the systemic challenges facing these schools. Further analysis and targeted interventions may be necessary to improve the educational outcomes for students in the Lima City school district.