The Rayen Early College Middle School

Rayen Early College Middle School in Youngstown, Ohio, is the best elementary school. It has about 380 students and a student-teacher ratio of about 17:1. About 41% of students are good at math, and about 53% are good at reading. The feeder high school, Youngstown Rayen Early College High School, which is in the same city, does much better. Its math proficiency is between 60% and 69%, and its reading proficiency is between 70% and 74%. There are 54% female students and 46% male students in the school. There are 23 full-time teachers and 2 full-time school counselors who work the same hours. In the Youngstown area, three-bedroom rentals usually cost between $1,100 and $1,300 per month. Fair-market data shows that the average price for a three-bedroom unit is about $1,130.

As part of a STEAM-focused activity, students went on a field trip to the "Solar Car Championship" in New London, Ohio, in May 2025.

Q1. Do Rayen students receive rides to school?

Ans. Yes, Youngstown City Schools provides bus service that follows district rules.

Q2: What kinds of meal programs are available?

Ans. All students who meet the community eligibility requirements receive free breakfast and lunch at school.

Q3. How can parents become involved?

Ans. Parents are invited to school-community events, academic nights, and conferences to stay involved.

Q4. How do you grade students?

Ans. Students take tests every now and then, take the Ohio state tests, and do things to become ready for college.

Q5. What can parents do to keep an eye on progress?

Ans. Parents can use the district's online portal to see their child's grades, attendance, and test scores.