Serving 541 students in grades 1-5, Gilles-sweet Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilles-sweet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gilles-sweet Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilles-sweet Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilles-sweet Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
5%
17%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilles-sweet Elementary School's ranking?
Gilles-sweet Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Gilles-sweet Elementary School often compared to?
Gilles-sweet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Valley Elementary School, Independence Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gilles-sweet Elementary School?
541 students attend Gilles-sweet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Gilles-sweet Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilles-sweet Elementary School?
Gilles-sweet Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilles-sweet Elementary School offer ?
Gilles-sweet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Gilles-sweet Elementary School part of?
Gilles-sweet Elementary School is part of Fairview Park City School District.
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