NORWAYNE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Norwayne Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Norwayne Local school district, located in Creston, OH with about 318 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 19 teachers, Norwayne Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Norwayne Middle School, located in the small village of Creston, Ohio, serves as a central hub for the Norwayne Local School District. As a rural-suburban institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive community environment where students in the middle grades can transition from elementary education to the more rigorous academic demands of high school. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, balancing core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—with extracurricular opportunities designed to promote character development and personal growth.

The school is deeply integrated into the tight-knit Creston community, maintaining a focus on academic excellence, student responsibility, and school spirit. By prioritizing small-town values alongside modern instructional practices, Norwayne Middle School works to prepare its students to become productive, engaged citizens. Through its various clubs, athletics, and academic programs, the institution strives to provide a stable foundation that encourages students to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build lasting relationships with both their peers and dedicated faculty members.

For more information, contact Norwayne Middle School at (330) 435-1195 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.