Serving 741 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Minerva Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minerva Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Minerva, OH, encompassing approximately 80.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minerva Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Minerva Elementary School's student population of 741 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
741 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Minute, Every Day
School Rankings
Minerva 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 Minerva Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#857 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minerva Elementary School's ranking?
Minerva Elementary School is ranked #857 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Minerva Elementary School often compared to?
Minerva Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Canton Elementary School, Louisville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Minerva Elementary School?
741 students attend Minerva Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Minerva Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minerva Elementary School?
Minerva Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Minerva Elementary School offer ?
Minerva Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minerva Elementary School part of?
Minerva Elementary School is part of Minerva Local School District.
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