Serving 763 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Barberton Primary School ranks in the bottom 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 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barberton Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Barberton Primary School's student population of 763 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Barberton Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barberton Primary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1658 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
60%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barberton Primary School's ranking?
Barberton Primary School is ranked #1658 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Barberton Primary School often compared to?
Barberton Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barberton Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Barberton Primary School?
763 students attend Barberton Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Barberton Primary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barberton Primary School?
Barberton Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barberton Primary School offer ?
Barberton Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barberton Primary School part of?
Barberton Primary School is part of Barberton City School District.
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