Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gordon Dewitt 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gordon Dewitt Elementary School serves the southwest part of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#728 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Gordon Dewitt Elementary School's ranking?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is ranked #728 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?
364 students attend Gordon Dewitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gordon Dewitt Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gordon Dewitt Elementary School offer ?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon Dewitt Elementary School part of?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is part of Cuyahoga Falls City School District.
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