Serving 223 students in grades 1-5, Emerson Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- 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
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2 out of 3241 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
12%
17%
White
62%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
223 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, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, 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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