Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bucyrus 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 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 10% 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: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bucyrus Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bucyrus, OH, covering approximately 5.8 square miles. Most areas within the zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bucyrus Elementary School's student population of 562 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bucyrus Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bucyrus Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#2088 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bucyrus Elementary School's ranking?
Bucyrus Elementary School is ranked #2088 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bucyrus Elementary School?
562 students attend Bucyrus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bucyrus Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bucyrus Elementary School?
Bucyrus Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bucyrus Elementary School offer ?
Bucyrus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bucyrus Elementary School part of?
Bucyrus Elementary School is part of Bucyrus City School District.
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