Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Dorr Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorr Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dorr Street Elementary School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Mascot
Dragons
School Rankings
Dorr Street Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorr Street Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1742 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
24%
17%
White
50%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorr Street Elementary School's ranking?
Dorr Street Elementary School is ranked #1742 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dorr Street Elementary School often compared to?
Dorr Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crissey Elementary School, Holland Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dorr Street Elementary School?
399 students attend Dorr Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dorr Street Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorr Street Elementary School?
Dorr Street Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dorr Street Elementary School offer ?
Dorr Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorr Street Elementary School part of?
Dorr Street Elementary School is part of Springfield Local School District.
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