Serving 288 students in grades 4-6, Henry Defer Intermediate 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 56% (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 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Streetsboro school district, covering approximately 24.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School's student population of 288 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry Defer Intermediate 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 Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1678 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
23%
17%
White
65%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School is ranked #1678 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School?
288 students attend Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School?
Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School offer ?
Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School part of?
Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School is part of Streetsboro City School District.
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