Serving 406 students in grades 1-3, Chestnut Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chestnut Intermediate Elementary School serves the southwest part of North Olmsted, OH, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4 square miles. Families in this area typically face a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located around 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chestnut Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Chestnut Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chestnut Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1034 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
74%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestnut Elementary School's ranking?
Chestnut Elementary School is ranked #1034 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chestnut Elementary School often compared to?
Chestnut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Intermediate School, Maple Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Chestnut Elementary School?
406 students attend Chestnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Chestnut Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestnut Elementary School?
Chestnut Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chestnut Elementary School offer ?
Chestnut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chestnut Elementary School part of?
Chestnut Elementary School is part of North Olmsted City School District.
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