Serving 562 students in grades 2-3, Samuel Bissell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Bissell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Samuel Bissell Elementary School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samuel Bissell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel Bissell Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#353 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
24%
17%
White
54%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Bissell Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel Bissell Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Samuel Bissell Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel Bissell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geo G Dodge Elementary School, Wilcox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Samuel Bissell Elementary School?
562 students attend Samuel Bissell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Samuel Bissell Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel Bissell Elementary School?
Samuel Bissell Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Samuel Bissell Elementary School offer ?
Samuel Bissell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Samuel Bissell Elementary School part of?
Samuel Bissell Elementary School is part of Twinsburg City School District.
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