MIFFLIN ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Mifflin Alternative Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Columbus City Schools District school district, located in Columbus, OH with about 475 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Mifflin Alternative Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mifflin Alternative Middle School, located at 3000 Agler Rd in Columbus, Ohio, is part of the Columbus City Schools district. As an "alternative" school, it is designed to offer a different educational environment compared to traditional neighborhood middle schools. These programs typically focus on providing specialized support, smaller class sizes, or unique pedagogical approaches aimed at helping students who may benefit from a more personalized or structured academic setting. The school serves students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on core academic subjects while fostering social-emotional development.

The school’s mission emphasizes creating a supportive community that prioritizes student engagement and academic growth. Because it operates within a large urban district, Mifflin Alternative often integrates specific behavioral or instructional strategies to ensure that students remain on track for high school success. Parents and families interested in the school are generally required to participate in an application or lottery process, as enrollment is often based on specific criteria or district-wide school choice initiatives rather than standard geographic assignment.

For more information, contact Mifflin Alternative Middle School at (614) 365-5474 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.