Central Elementary School
Central Elementary School serves 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Central Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 50%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1320 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 1%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
343 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Central Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Vinton County Local School District.
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