FINLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL

Finland Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the South-Western City school district, located in Columbus, OH with about 632 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 34 teachers, Finland Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Finland Middle School, located in the Hilltop area of Columbus, Ohio, serves as a key educational institution within the Columbus City Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to high school. By offering a diverse curriculum and various extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to engage students in a way that builds both character and essential 21st-century skills.

As part of a large urban district, Finland Middle School emphasizes community involvement and the importance of creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere for its diverse student body. The faculty and staff prioritize personalized instruction to meet the unique needs of their learners, encouraging students to take ownership of their education. Through collaborative efforts between teachers, families, and the surrounding neighborhood, the school strives to provide a stable foundation that encourages academic achievement and personal responsibility.

For more information, contact Finland Middle School at (614) 801-3600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1825 Finland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223-3719
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FINLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Columbus, OH with about 632 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
South-Western City
Total Students:
632
Teachers:
34.74
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 632 students

White
47.2%
Black or African American
25.3%
Hispanic/Latino
18.2%
Two or more races
6.0%
Asian
3.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.7%
Male
51.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.