Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Medill Elementary 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 59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Medill Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lancaster, OH, covering an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Medill Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Imagine with all your mind. Believe with all your heart. Achieve with all your might.
School Rankings
Medill Elementary 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 Medill Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1630 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
87%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medill Elementary School's ranking?
Medill Elementary School is ranked #1630 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Medill Elementary School often compared to?
Medill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tarhe Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Medill Elementary School?
530 students attend Medill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Medill Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medill Elementary School?
Medill Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Medill Elementary School offer ?
Medill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Medill Elementary School part of?
Medill Elementary School is part of Lancaster City School District.
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