Serving 667 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Trail Elementary School serves the southwest part of Sylvania, OH, covering an area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Trail Elementary School's student population of 667 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Trail Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
78%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Central Trail Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Central Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Central Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Central Trail Elementary School?
667 students attend Central Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Central Trail Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Trail Elementary School?
Central Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Trail Elementary School offer ?
Central Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Trail Elementary School part of?
Central Trail Elementary School is part of Sylvania Schools.
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