Serving 595 students in grades 1-6, Mt. Healthy South Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School's student population of 595 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Healthy South Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2765 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
68%
17%
White
9%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Healthy South Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School is ranked #2765 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mt. Healthy South Elementary School often compared to?
Mt. Healthy South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Healthy Preparatory And Fitness Academy, Mt. Healthy North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mt. Healthy South Elementary School?
595 students attend Mt. Healthy South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mt. Healthy South Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt. Healthy South Elementary School?
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt. Healthy South Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Healthy South Elementary School part of?
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School is part of MT Healthy City School District.
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