A. I. Root Middle School

333 W Sturbridge Dr, Medina, OH, 44256

Top 10% School in Ohio

Ranked 26 of 196 in Ohio

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About A. I. Root Middle School

A.I. Root Middle School is located at 274 Hudson Avenue in the Parma area of Ohio. The school serves grades 6 to 8 with approximately 700 students enrolled. Instruction operates with a student–teacher ratio near 15:1. Academic performance shows around 78% math proficiency and about 82% reading proficiency. The student body is 55% male and 45% female. The school got its name because it uses a balanced approach that teaches students not only academics but also how to be mentally strong and well-organized. Most homes in the area around here cost between $200,000 and $360,000. These numbers are for mature neighborhoods that are easy to walk around and have parks and other services nearby. Parents often say that the school helps students develop good study habits and become responsible. A.I. Root Middle School is working hard to be one of the best middle schools in Ohio by keeping up good grades and focusing on being ready for school.

Contact Information

Address

333 W Sturbridge Dr, Medina, OH, 44256

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Phone

(330) 636-3500

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 78%
Reading 82%
State average proficiency is 78% in Math and 82% in Reading.
46
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
700
Total Students
$71518
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 26 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at A. I. Root Middle School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

26

of 196 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.....

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MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:35 AM – 1:35 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:20 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 89.57%
Asian 1.14%
Hispanic 3.57%
Black 1.71%
Two+ Races 3.86%
Native Am. 0%
White
89.57%
Asian
1.14%
Hispanic
3.57%
Black
1.71%
Two+ Races
3.86%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 700
45.14%
316 Female
54.86%
384 Male

Student Population

700 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

350 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

A.I. Root Middle School collaborated with members of the Medina High School basketball team and Prevention Coordinator Kim Bergen for its annual Holiday Shop in December 2025. The event provided candy and gifts to local children in need. The initiative supported community outreach during the holiday season.

FAQ

Q1. What creative programs does Root Middle offer?

Ans. Art studios and performance groups.

Q2. How does the school support STEM?

Ans. Engineering activities and inquiry labs.

Q3. How are problem-solving skills taught?

Ans. Team challenges and guided exploration.

Q4. What communication tools are used?

Ans. Online portals and digital messaging.

Q5. What sports programs are available?

Ans. Track, volleyball, basketball, and more.

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
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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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
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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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

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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