Vinton County Middle School

Vinton County Local
63870 Locker Plant Road
Mc Arthur, OH 45651
359 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Vinton County Middle School, located in McArthur, Ohio, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Vinton County Local School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous academic demands of high school. By focusing on the unique developmental needs of middle-grade students, the institution strives to balance core academic instruction with opportunities for personal growth and social-emotional development.

Beyond the classroom, Vinton County Middle School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and school spirit. The faculty and staff aim to equip students with the foundational skills and critical thinking abilities necessary for future success while encouraging participation in extracurricular activities. As a vital part of the McArthur community, the school serves as a space where students are encouraged to explore their interests, build lasting friendships, and prepare for the transition into the high school setting.
359
Total Students
22.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    348 (96.9%)
  • Two or More
    7 (1.9%)
  • Hispanic
    3 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
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: Vinton County Local
Phone: (740)596-5243
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 359
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 113
Grade 7 127
Grade 8 119
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Wellston Middle School
Wellston City
294 Students
227 Golden Rocket Drive
Wellston, OH 45692 (8.3 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th