Tuslaw Middle School

Summary:

Tuslaw Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 5-8 in Massillon, Ohio, with a student population of 446. The school is part of the Tuslaw Local School District, which is ranked 99 out of 839 districts in Ohio and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Tuslaw Middle School consistently outperforms the state average on Ohio State Tests across all grade levels and subjects. For example, in 2023-2024, the school had 97% of 5th graders proficient or better in Science, compared to the state average of 64%. Similarly, the school had 93.9% of 5th graders proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to the state average of 57.4%. Tuslaw Middle School has a strong statewide ranking, consistently placing in the top 15% of Ohio middle schools, and it performs exceptionally well across various student subgroups. In 2023-2024, the school ranked 94 out of 942 Ohio middle schools for female students and 57 out of 989 Ohio middle schools for students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.

When compared to nearby middle schools, such as Manchester Middle School, Orrville Middle School, and Fairless Middle School, Tuslaw Middle School stands out as a top performer. While the school has maintained a high level of academic performance, there may be opportunities to further improve in areas such as chronic absenteeism, which saw a spike in 2021-2022.


Detail:

Public 5-8

 1723 Manchester Ave NW
       Massillon, OH  44647-9624


(330) 837-7807

District: Tuslaw Local

SchoolDigger Rank:
123rd of 1,046 Ohio Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,640 Help


Students who attend Tuslaw Middle School usually attend:

High:    Tuslaw High School

Feeder schools for Tuslaw Middle School:

Elementary:    Tuslaw Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  25.3 Help
Number of students:  431

Racial breakdown:

White:
94.9%
Two or more races:
2.1%
African American:
1.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  31.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Tuslaw Middle School ranks better than 88.2% of middle schools in Ohio. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 85.26. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (94.9%), two or more races (2.1%), African American (1.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 31.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Tuslaw Middle School is 25.3. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Tuslaw Middle School is $9,640.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Tuslaw Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Tuslaw Middle School 123rd of 1046 Ohio public middle schools. (See Tuslaw Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Tuslaw Local:

SchoolDigger ranks Tuslaw Local 99th of 839 Ohio school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Tuslaw Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Tuslaw Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 74.75 100th 400 75.0%
2006 66.02 281st 732 61.6%
2007 69.83 283rd 837 66.2%
2008 67.39 326th 835 61.0%
2009 69.75 308th 858 64.1%
2010 71.55 297th 895 66.8%
2011 75.71 215th 925 76.8%
2012 77.98 172nd 989 82.6%
2013 78.03 173rd 1001 82.7%
2014 77.02 189th 1008 81.3%
2015 76.24 222nd 1035 78.6%
2016 68.24 356th 1050 66.1%
2017 72.11 291st 1038 72.0%
2018 74.64 241st 1010 76.1%
2019 81.58 154th 1050 85.3%
2021 89.81 62nd 1037 94.0%
2022 83.60 132nd 1017 87.0%
2023 86.00 103rd 1048 90.2%
2024 85.26 123rd 1046 88.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Tuslaw Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 58.65 155th 590 73.7%
2024 62.03 125th 563 77.8%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Tuslaw Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 76.33 162nd 924 82.5%
2019 85.02 56th 945 94.1%
2021 94.27 19th 923 97.9%
2022 83.10 86th 947 90.9%
2023 77.60 158th 974 83.8%
2024 86.82 57th 989 94.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Tuslaw Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 72.74 228th 897 74.6%
2019 77.78 202nd 917 78.0%
2021 90.72 37th 910 95.9%
2022 82.76 129th 925 86.1%
2023 85.46 91st 943 90.3%
2024 85.44 94th 942 90.0%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Tuslaw Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 53.79 243rd 643 62.2%
2019 83.05 49th 658 92.6%
2021 70.27 88th 576 84.7%
2022 68.76 91st 565 83.9%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Tuslaw Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 58.26 261st 521 49.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Tuslaw Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 70.03 267th 916 70.9%
2019 80.75 148th 933 84.1%
2021 83.95 118th 924 87.2%
2022 81.59 146th 946 84.6%
2023 84.62 115th 963 88.1%
2024 84.01 119th 958 87.6%
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Rank History for White students at Tuslaw Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools OH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 64.28 257th 781 67.1%
2019 76.09 171st 796 78.5%
2021 86.87 64th 781 91.8%
2022 77.16 156th 809 80.7%
2023 80.07 134th 805 83.4%
2024 78.64 151st 795 81.0%
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Data source: test scores: Ohio Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Tuslaw Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 245 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 245
1989 244 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 244
1990 253 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 253
1991 245 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 245
1992 216 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 216
1993 212 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 212
1994 228 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 228
1995 286 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 287
1996 286 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 287
1997 283 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 283
1998 283 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 285
1999 274 0 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 277
2000 279 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 279
2001 272 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 272
2002 258 1 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 260
2003 258 1 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 260
2004 270 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 270
2005 260 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 261
2006 640 1 1 7 0 n/a n/a 1 650
2007 678 1 1 4 0 n/a n/a 0 684
2008 680 2 2 1 0 n/a n/a 2 687
2009 687 1 2 2 0 n/a n/a 2 694
2010 686 2 2 2 0 n/a n/a 4 696
2011 654 2 2 3 0 0 5 0 666
2012 472 1 1 2 0 0 4 0 480
2013 453 1 1 2 0 0 7 0 464
2014 455 1 1 3 0 0 9 0 469
2015 430 1 1 3 0 0 11 0 446
2016 441 2 1 3 0 0 14 0 461
2017 449 3 1 1 0 0 14 0 468
2018 423 5 0 1 0 0 10 0 439
2019 396 6 0 1 0 0 11 0 414
2020 392 6 0 2 0 0 6 0 406
2021 419 4 0 2 0 0 8 0 433
2022 441 2 1 6 0 0 7 0 457
2023 428 3 1 5 0 0 9 0 446
2024 409 6 1 6 0 0 9 0 431

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Tuslaw Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 245 10.0 24.5 0
1989 244 9.0 27.1 n/a
1990 253 10.0 25.3 n/a
1991 245 11.0 22.2 n/a
1992 216 9.9 21.8 10.6
1993 212 9.0 23.6 9
1994 228 10.6 21.5 14.5
1995 287 14.0 20.5 16.7
1996 287 14.0 20.5 16.7
1997 283 14.0 20.2 14.5
1998 285 13.0 21.9 13
1999 277 12.0 23.1 20.6
2000 279 13.0 21.5 17.2
2001 272 12.0 22.7 18.4
2002 260 12.0 21.7 17.3
2003 260 12.0 21.7 17.3
2004 270 13.0 20.8 23.7
2005 261 14.0 18.6 23.4
2006 650 32.8 19.8 21.3
2007 684 32.5 21.0 26.8
2008 687 30.6 22.5 n/a
2009 694 34.7 20.0 31.8
2010 696 35.0 19.8 36.6
2011 666 35.0 19.0 35.9
2012 480 20.2 23.7 41
2013 464 19.3 23.9 34.1
2014 469 20.3 23.0 34.8
2015 446 n/a n/a 31.6
2016 461 20.0 23.0 32.1
2017 468 18.1 25.7 33.8
2018 439 18.1 24.1 32.6
2019 414 18.1 22.8 35.5
2020 406 18.4 22.0 32.8
2021 433 18.4 23.5 n/a
2022 457 18.4 24.8 n/a
2023 446 17.8 24.9 28.3
2024 431 17.0 25.3 31.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Tuslaw Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 245 10.0 24.5 0
1989 244 9.0 27.1 n/a
1990 253 10.0 25.3 n/a
1991 245 11.0 22.2 n/a
1992 216 9.9 21.8 10.6
1993 212 9.0 23.6 9
1994 228 10.6 21.5 14.5
1995 287 14.0 20.5 16.7
1996 287 14.0 20.5 16.7
1997 283 14.0 20.2 14.5
1998 285 13.0 21.9 13
1999 277 12.0 23.1 20.6
2000 279 13.0 21.5 17.2
2001 272 12.0 22.7 18.4
2002 260 12.0 21.7 17.3
2003 260 12.0 21.7 17.3
2004 270 13.0 20.8 23.7
2005 261 14.0 18.6 23.4
2006 650 32.8 19.8 21.3
2007 684 32.5 21.0 26.8
2008 687 30.6 22.5 n/a
2009 694 34.7 20.0 31.8
2010 696 35.0 19.8 36.6
2011 666 35.0 19.0 35.9
2012 480 20.2 23.7 41
2013 464 19.3 23.9 34.1
2014 469 20.3 23.0 34.8
2015 446 n/a n/a 31.6
2016 461 20.0 23.0 32.1
2017 468 18.1 25.7 33.8
2018 439 18.1 24.1 32.6
2019 414 18.1 22.8 35.5
2020 406 18.4 22.0 32.8
2021 433 18.4 23.5 n/a
2022 457 18.4 24.8 n/a
2023 446 17.8 24.9 28.3
2024 431 17.0 25.3 31.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Tuslaw Middle School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $8,444
2022 $8,212
2023 $9,111
2024 $9,640

Data source: Ohio Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Tuslaw Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 154th of 1050 Middle schoolsRanks 103rd of 1048 Middle schools
 4.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
5th Grade Science (Tuslaw Middle School)89.596.7
 7.2%
   5th Grade Science (Tuslaw Local)89.596.7
 7.2%
   5th Grade Science (Ohio)6563.9
 1.1%
5th Grade Mathematics (Tuslaw Middle School)93.390.1
 3.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Tuslaw Local)93.390.1
 3.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Ohio)62.556.6
 5.9%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Tuslaw Middle School)7989
 10%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Tuslaw Local)7989
 10%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Ohio)69.867.4
 2.4%
6th Grade Mathematics (Tuslaw Middle School)77.875.2
 2.6%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Tuslaw Local)77.875.2
 2.6%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Ohio)60.150
 10.1%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Tuslaw Middle School)68.164.8
 3.3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Tuslaw Local)68.164.8
 3.3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Ohio)56.155
 1.1%
7th Grade Mathematics (Tuslaw Middle School)81.777.1
 4.6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Tuslaw Local)81.777.1
 4.6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Ohio)57.547.6
 9.9%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Tuslaw Middle School)79.374.6
 4.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Tuslaw Local)79.374.6
 4.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Ohio)67.764.8
 2.9%
8th Grade Science (Tuslaw Middle School)83.293
 9.8%
   8th Grade Science (Tuslaw Local)83.293
 9.8%
   8th Grade Science (Ohio)68.264
 4.2%
8th Grade Mathematics (Tuslaw Middle School)82.785.9
 3.2%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Tuslaw Local)82.785.9
 3.2%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Ohio)57.346.4
 10.9%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Tuslaw Middle School)7082.6
 12.6%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Tuslaw Local)7082.6
 12.6%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Ohio)58.357.5
 0.8%
End of Course Algebra I (Tuslaw Middle School)92.7100
 7.3%
   End of Course Algebra I (Tuslaw Local)72.685.6
 13%
   End of Course Algebra I (Ohio)61.153
 8.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students414446
 7.7%
African American63
 50%
American Indian00
Asian01
Hispanic15
 400%
Pacific Islander00
White396428
 8.1%
Two or More Races119
 18.2%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients35.5%28.3%
 7.3%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Tuslaw Middle School

Students who attend Tuslaw Middle School usually go on to attend Tuslaw High School

Tuslaw Middle School ranks 123rd of 1046 Ohio middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

In the 2023-24 school year, 431 students attended Tuslaw Middle School.

Students at Tuslaw Middle School are 95% White, 2% Two or more races, 1% African American, 1% Hispanic.


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