Middlebranch Elementary School

About Middlebranch Elementary School

Middlebranch Elementary School boasts some of the highest overall performance in Elementary Schools in Ohio. Math proficiency of 90%, alongside reading of 80%, significantly outpace the state averages. Being in the top 10% statewide, Middlebranch continues to provide academic success, as well as a nurturing environment for students in grades K–4. We have a long history as the district’s high school early in the 20th century before evolving into the elementary program that exists today. We have a great reputation as an energy-efficient building, with an ENERGY STAR score of 90. Parents appreciate Middlebranch for the great teachers, the supportive community, and the focus on achievement for their children. With the combination of tradition and innovation, Middlebranch continues to shine as one of the most recognized Elementary Schools in Ohio.

Contact Information

Address

7500 MIDDLEBRANCH AVE NE CANTON OH 44721

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Phone

(330) 491-3750

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Website

https://www.plainlocal.org/

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 50%

Reading 50%

State average proficiency is 50% in Math and 50% in Reading.

22

Full-time Teachers

24 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

4

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

521

Total Students

$70679

Avg. Teacher Salary

Local kids are transforming ideas into real-world innovations.

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Free Robotics and Stem In-person Workshop in Your Neighbourhood for 7-14 Years Tech Enthusiasts.

TOP 39 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Middlebranch Elementary School

2.5X

More likely to persue STEM Careers

80%

Jobs that will require STEM in 2030

Detailed program information coming Fall 2025!

School Ratings

Ranked

39

of 109 in Ohio

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:10 AM - 3:50 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 77.7%

Asian 1.7%

Hispanic 1.3%

Black 12.9%

Two+ Races 6.1%

Native Am. 1%

White

77.7%

Asian

1.7%

Hispanic

1.3%

Black

12.9%

Two+ Races

6.1%

Native Am.

1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 521

46.3%

241 Female

53.7%

280 Male

Student Population

521 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

525 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The school is currently hosting a summer coloring contest, recently wrapped up a well-attended PTO Carnival, and celebrated a teacher who was honored for leading the biking program.”

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

What Parents Say