John C Dempsey Middle School

School Overview
John C. Dempsey Middle School, located at 599 Pennsylvania Ave in Delaware, Ohio, serves as a key educational institution within the Delaware City Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages academic growth, critical thinking, and social-emotional development for students in the middle school grade levels. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the rigors of high school and beyond, emphasizing both foundational knowledge and the development of 21st-century skills.

Beyond its academic program, the school prides itself on cultivating a supportive community culture. Through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and student clubs, Dempsey Middle School provides numerous opportunities for students to explore their interests, build leadership skills, and forge strong peer relationships. Supported by the broader Delaware City Schools framework, the institution maintains a commitment to transparency and parental engagement, ensuring that families have the necessary resources and communication channels to support their children's educational journey.
1,247
Total Students
66.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John C Dempsey Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White959
Hispanic103
Black61
Asian8
Two or More112
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    959 (76.9 %)
  • Two or More
    112 (9.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    103 (8.3 %)
  • Black
    61 (4.9 %)
  • Asian
    8 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Delaware City
Phone: (740)833-1800
Website: http://WWW.DCS.K12.OH.US
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,247
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 66.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 417
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 62
Grades Taught
Grade 6 442
Grade 7 412
Grade 8 393

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John C Dempsey Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6442
Grade 7412
Grade 8393
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John C Dempsey Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female61549.3%
Male63250.7%