Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waynedale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Apple Creek Elementary School serves the northern part of the Apple Creek, OH school district, covering an area of approximately 40.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive time of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.8 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynedale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waynedale Elementary School's student population of 459 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Waynedale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynedale Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1295 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
91%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Waynedale Elementary School's ranking?
Waynedale Elementary School is ranked #1295 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Waynedale Elementary School often compared to?
Waynedale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dalton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Waynedale Elementary School?
459 students attend Waynedale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Waynedale Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waynedale Elementary School?
Waynedale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waynedale Elementary School offer ?
Waynedale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynedale Elementary School part of?
Waynedale Elementary School is part of Waynedale Local School District.
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