Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ironton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 77% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ironton Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Ironton, OH, covering approximately 4.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ironton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ironton Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
To Teach, To Nurture, To Serve
School Rankings
Ironton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ironton Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#956 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
4%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
84%
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)32.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
Showing 2004–2015. View full 17-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 Ironton Elementary School's ranking?
Ironton Elementary School is ranked #956 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ironton Elementary School often compared to?
Ironton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Hill Elementary School, Symmes Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ironton Elementary School?
600 students attend Ironton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ironton Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ironton Elementary School?
Ironton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ironton Elementary School offer ?
Ironton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ironton Elementary School part of?
Ironton Elementary School is part of Ironton City School District.
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