Serving 254 students in grades 1-5, Emerson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Westerville school district, covering approximately 37.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.58, which is more 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
#43 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
10%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
254 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Westerville City School District.
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