Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carey 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 65-69% (which is higher 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 8% 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: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Colonel Crawford Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Carey, OH, covering approximately 50.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carey Elementary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 2015)
School Rankings
Carey 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 Carey Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#928 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 2015)
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025 (no data for 1999)
Black
2%
17%
White
92%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2011–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025 (no data for 2008 and 2022)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025 (no data for 2008 and 2022)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carey Elementary School's ranking?
Carey Elementary School is ranked #928 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Carey Elementary School?
372 students attend Carey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Carey Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carey Elementary School?
Carey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carey Elementary School offer ?
Carey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carey Elementary School part of?
Carey Elementary School is part of Carey Exempted Village Schools.
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