Serving 504 students in grades 2-3, Harold Schnell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harold Schnell Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Dayton, OH, encompassing approximately 9.9 square miles. Most areas within the zone are about a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harold Schnell Elementary School's student population of 504 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Harold Schnell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harold Schnell Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1591 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
24%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
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)26%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Harold Schnell Elementary School's ranking?
Harold Schnell Elementary School is ranked #1591 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harold Schnell Elementary School often compared to?
Harold Schnell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harman Elementary School, Harry Russell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harold Schnell Elementary School?
504 students attend Harold Schnell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Harold Schnell Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harold Schnell Elementary School?
Harold Schnell Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harold Schnell Elementary School offer ?
Harold Schnell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harold Schnell Elementary School part of?
Harold Schnell Elementary School is part of West Carrollton City School District.
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