Middle Schools in Lima City

The middle schools in Lima City, Ohio face significant challenges, with both Lima West Middle School and Lima North Middle School performing below average on various academic metrics. The schools serve diverse student populations, with significant percentages of African American, Hispanic, and students of two or more races, but they struggle with low proficiency rates on state tests and high chronic absenteeism rates.

Both Lima West Middle School and Lima North Middle School have consistently ranked in the bottom half of Ohio middle schools, with Lima West ranking 944th out of 1,046 schools in the 2023-2024 school year. The schools' proficiency rates on Ohio State Tests are significantly below the Lima City and Ohio averages across subjects and grade levels. Additionally, the schools face high chronic absenteeism rates, with Lima West Middle School reporting a concerning 53.2% rate in the 2023-2024 school year.

The data suggests that the middle schools in Lima City face significant challenges in terms of academic performance, student engagement, and resource allocation. Targeted interventions and a comprehensive approach to addressing these issues will be crucial for improving outcomes for the students in these schools.