Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cardinal Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cardinal Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Middlefield, OH, covering approximately 78.8 square miles. Most areas within the zone are about a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.5 miles and the furthest edge located 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cardinal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cardinal Elementary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Rankings
Cardinal Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cardinal Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#728 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
88%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cardinal Elementary School's ranking?
Cardinal Elementary School is ranked #728 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cardinal Elementary School often compared to?
Cardinal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Primary Elementary School, Crestwood Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Cardinal Elementary School?
396 students attend Cardinal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cardinal Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cardinal Elementary School?
Cardinal Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cardinal Elementary School offer ?
Cardinal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cardinal Elementary School part of?
Cardinal Elementary School is part of Cardinal Local School District.
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