Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Central Primary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Primary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bearcub
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Primary School is 0.42, 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)
(20-21)15-19%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
75%
17%
White
7%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcub
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central Primary School often compared to?
Central Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glendale Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Central Primary School?
396 students attend Central Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Central Primary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Primary School?
Central Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Primary School offer ?
Central Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Primary School part of?
Central Primary School is part of Bedford City School District.
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