Serving 715 students in grades 6-8, John Sells Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Sells Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
John Sells Middle School's student population of 715 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Motto
Doing our 'Sells Best' means being kind, being respectful and following directions the first time.
School Rankings
John Sells Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Sells Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1658 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Asian
18%
3%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
48%
65%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Sells Middle School's ranking?
John Sells Middle School is ranked #1658 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are John Sells Middle School often compared to?
John Sells Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Karrer Middle School, Ann Simpson Davis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend John Sells Middle School?
715 students attend John Sells Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of John Sells Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Sells Middle School?
John Sells Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does John Sells Middle School offer ?
John Sells Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Sells Middle School part of?
John Sells Middle School is part of Dublin City School District.
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