Serving 375 students in grades 5-6, Main Street 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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Main Street School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Norwalk, OH, encompassing approximately 31.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Main Street School's student population of 375 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Main Street 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 Main Street School is 0.33, 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
#1591 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
81%
65%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Main Street School's ranking?
Main Street School is ranked #1591 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?
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 Main Street School?
375 students attend Main Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Main Street School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Main Street School?
Main Street School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Main Street School offer ?
Main Street School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Main Street School part of?
Main Street School is part of Norwalk City School District.
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