Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, East 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 236 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
73%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
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 schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conotton Valley Elementary School, Central 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 63% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
236 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of East Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of New Philadelphia City School District.
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