Serving 798 students in grades 3-4, Donovan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 72% (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 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Donovan Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lebanon school district, covering approximately 78.7 square miles in Lebanon, OH. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donovan Elementary School's student population of 798 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
798 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Donovan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donovan Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#895 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donovan Elementary School's ranking?
Donovan Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Donovan Elementary School often compared to?
Donovan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowman Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% 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 Donovan Elementary School?
798 students attend Donovan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Donovan Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donovan Elementary School?
Donovan Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Donovan Elementary School offer ?
Donovan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donovan Elementary School part of?
Donovan Elementary School is part of Lebanon City School District.
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