Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Darbydale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Darbydale Elementary School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Darbydale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darbydale Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1905 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
80%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darbydale Elementary School's ranking?
Darbydale Elementary School is ranked #1905 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Darbydale Elementary School?
395 students attend Darbydale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Darbydale Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darbydale Elementary School?
Darbydale Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Darbydale Elementary School offer ?
Darbydale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Darbydale Elementary School part of?
Darbydale Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
School Reviews
5 3/9/2007
The school may have a high teacher:student ratio but you would NEVER know it. ALL the teachers and all other staff know all students by name. Most parents are known by name. They have a very very active PTA. The children enjoy and thrive in this school. I would not want my child anywhere else!
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