Serving 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Portsmouth 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 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portsmouth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Portsmouth Elementary School's student population of 801 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#2457 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
6%
17%
White
72%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
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 Portsmouth Elementary School's ranking?
Portsmouth Elementary School is ranked #2457 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Portsmouth Elementary School often compared to?
Portsmouth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minford Primary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Portsmouth Elementary School?
801 students attend Portsmouth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Portsmouth Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portsmouth Elementary School?
Portsmouth Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portsmouth Elementary School offer ?
Portsmouth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Portsmouth Elementary School part of?
Portsmouth Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City School District.
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