Serving 511 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Caldwell 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 56% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Caldwell Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Caldwell school district, covering approximately 156.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caldwell Elementary School's student population of 511 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Caldwell 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 Caldwell Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1952 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caldwell Elementary School's ranking?
Caldwell Elementary School is ranked #1952 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Caldwell Elementary School often compared to?
Caldwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shenandoah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Caldwell Elementary School?
511 students attend Caldwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Caldwell Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caldwell Elementary School?
Caldwell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Caldwell Elementary School offer ?
Caldwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caldwell Elementary School part of?
Caldwell Elementary School is part of Caldwell Exempted Village School District.
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