The top reported proficiency rate is 72% in Social studies. The lowest is 44% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Mccormick Middle School
McCormick Middle School serves grades 4 through 8 in Wellington, a small historic village in southern Lorain County. The school enrolls a student body of moderate size, with roughly equal distribution across its grade bands. About half of the students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, and the enrollment is predominantly white, with small numbers of students from other racial and ethnic backgrounds.
The school's recent state testing results show uneven performance across subjects. In English language arts, students performed at a rate above the county median for middle-grade proficiency. Science proficiency was notably stronger, placing the school well above the midpoint of Lorain County districts. Mathematics is where the school faces the clearest challenge; proficiency in math sits below the county midpoint and trails both ELA and science. Across all tested subjects combined, McCormick's overall proficiency places it below the midpoint among county districts. Test participation rates were high across all subjects, indicating robust engagement with state assessments.
The school operates within the Wellington Exempted Village district, which serves the village itself. Wellington is a walkable small town with a preserved historic character, centered on a town square and anchored by civic institutions like Herrick Memorial Library and the Town Hall. The village economy is diverse without a single dominant employer; local education, healthcare, and small business make up the community fabric. The county surrounding Wellington has stronger manufacturing and industrial presence, with food packaging, polymers, and automotive parts representing key regional industries.
Housing in the Wellington area sits below the state median for home values and is considered more affordable relative to national benchmarks, though prices have risen modestly year over year. The village itself describes recent housing growth, with new construction alongside existing Victorian-era homes, creating mixed-age housing stock. This affordability context may draw families seeking value, though the school's academic profile suggests parents should examine whether math support aligns with their child's learning needs. A parent may want to look into the school's math curriculum and intervention strategies, particularly if their student requires additional help in that subject.
Data on special education enrollment, English learner support, and attendance rates were not available. Recent district-level strategic changes or policy shifts did not surface in available public sources. The school's website location was not provided, so families seeking more detailed program information should contact the Wellington Exempted Village district office directly.
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