Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, East 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Learner. Every Day.
School Rankings
East 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 East Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1527 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
83%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #1527 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrison Gordon Elementary School 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
329 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Athens City School District.
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