Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mapleton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mapleton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Ashland, OH school district, encompassing approximately 100.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mapleton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mapleton Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Mapleton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mapleton Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#866 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
98%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mapleton Elementary School's ranking?
Mapleton Elementary School is ranked #866 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Mapleton Elementary School?
363 students attend Mapleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mapleton Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mapleton Elementary School?
Mapleton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mapleton Elementary School offer ?
Mapleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mapleton Elementary School part of?
Mapleton Elementary School is part of Mapleton Local School District.
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