Serving 664 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mercer Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mercer Elementary School's student population of 664 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mercer Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#300 out of 3137 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 Mercer Elementary School's ranking?
Mercer Elementary School is ranked #300 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mercer Elementary School often compared to?
Mercer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Ayer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Mercer Elementary School?
664 students attend Mercer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mercer Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mercer Elementary School?
Mercer Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mercer Elementary School offer ?
Mercer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mercer Elementary School part of?
Mercer Elementary School is part of Forest Hills Local School District.
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