Carey Elementary School

2016 Blue Devil Drive
Carey, OH 43316
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
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 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 34% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 372 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 30% in OH
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Carey Elementary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
School Motto
All hail to our alma mater. Our loyalty and love we bring.
School Mascot
Blue Devil

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 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#928 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
70-74%
54%
65-69%
60%
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Blue Devil
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
91% of Carey Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carey Elementary School?
Carey Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 372 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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