Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, National Road ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The National Road School serves the east part of Zanesville, OH, covering an area of approximately 10.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
National Road ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
National Road's student population of 387 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
National Road 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 National Road is 0.45, 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
#1774 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Road's ranking?
National Road is ranked #1774 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are National Road often compared to?
National Roadis often viewed alongside schools like John Mcintire Elementary School, Zane Grey Elementary School, Nashport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend National Road?
387 students attend National Road.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of National Road students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of National Road?
National Road has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does National Road offer ?
National Road offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is National Road part of?
National Road is part of Zanesville City School District.
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