Serving 657 students in grades 3-5, Leighton Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Leighton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Aurora, OH, encompassing approximately 24.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leighton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leighton Elementary School's student population of 657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leighton Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leighton Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#161 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leighton Elementary School's ranking?
Leighton Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Leighton Elementary School often compared to?
Leighton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Leighton Elementary School?
657 students attend Leighton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Leighton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leighton Elementary School?
Leighton Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leighton Elementary School offer ?
Leighton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leighton Elementary School part of?
Leighton Elementary School is part of Aurora City School District.
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