Serving 406 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Attendance Zone: Central Primary School serves the northeast part of Bedford, OH, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Primary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Primary School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
50%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
57%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Bearcub
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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?
406 students attend Central Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Central Primary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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