Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Celina Primary School ranks in the top 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 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: 85%
- Reading Proficiency: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Celina Primary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Celina Primary School is 0.32, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)85%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)89%
83%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
7%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Celina Primary School?
531 students attend Celina Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Celina Primary School students are White, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Celina Primary School?
Celina Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Celina Primary School offer ?
Celina Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Celina Primary School part of?
Celina Primary School is part of Celina City School District.
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