Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Isham Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Isham Memorial Elementary School serves the western part of Wadsworth, OH, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Isham Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Isham Memorial Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Isham Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isham Memorial 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
#429 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
84%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isham Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Isham Memorial Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Isham Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Isham Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% 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 Isham Memorial Elementary School?
342 students attend Isham Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Isham Memorial Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isham Memorial Elementary School?
Isham Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Isham Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Isham Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Isham Memorial Elementary School part of?
Isham Memorial Elementary School is part of Wadsworth City School District.
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