Fouse Elementary School

5800 S Old 3c Hwy
Westerville, OH 43082
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fouse Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 459 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 20% in OH
  • : 79% (Top 20%)
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : Fouse Elementary School serves the northern part of Westerville, OH, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. The school is conveniently located within a 5-10 minute drive for most families, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Fouse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Fouse Elementary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar

School Rankings

Fouse Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fouse Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
This School
State Level (OH)
#540 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

79%
54%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

76%
60%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
3%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
18%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Black
13%
17%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

White
62%
65%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
38%
0.57

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
13.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fouse Elementary School's ranking?
Fouse Elementary School is ranked #540 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fouse Elementary School often compared to?
Fouse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcott Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fouse Elementary School?
459 students attend Fouse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Fouse Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fouse Elementary School?
Fouse Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fouse Elementary School offer ?
Fouse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fouse Elementary School part of?
Fouse Elementary School is part of Westerville City School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 459 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 79% (Top 20%)
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : Fouse Elementary School serves the northern part of Westerville, OH, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. The school is conveniently located within a 5-10 minute drive for most families, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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