Serving 373 students in grades 1-2, Demmitt Elementary School ranks in the top 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Demmitt Elementary School serves the eastern part of Vandalia, OH, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Demmitt Elementary School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Children, Our Community - We are Aviators!
School Rankings
Demmitt 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 Demmitt Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#996 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
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)13.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Aviator Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demmitt Elementary School's ranking?
Demmitt Elementary School is ranked #996 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Demmitt Elementary School often compared to?
Demmitt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helke Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Demmitt Elementary School?
373 students attend Demmitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Demmitt Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Demmitt Elementary School?
Demmitt Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Demmitt Elementary School offer ?
Demmitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Demmitt Elementary School part of?
Demmitt Elementary School is part of Vandalia-Butler City School District.
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