Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benjamin Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School's student population of 378 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Harrison Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2040 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
6%
17%
White
73%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School is ranked #2040 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Benjamin Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Elementary School, Heritage Elementary School, Elgin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Harrison Elementary School?
378 students attend Benjamin Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Benjamin Harrison Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Harrison Elementary School?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benjamin Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benjamin Harrison Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School is part of Marion City School District.
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