Serving 179 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Riegel Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (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 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Riegel Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire New Riegel school district, encompassing approximately 39.5 square miles. The area typically includes a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Riegel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
New Riegel Elementary School's student population of 179 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Riegel Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Riegel Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#429 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.5%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Riegel Elementary School's ranking?
New Riegel Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are New Riegel Elementary School often compared to?
New Riegel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell-loudon Local Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% 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 New Riegel Elementary School?
179 students attend New Riegel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of New Riegel Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Riegel Elementary School?
New Riegel Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Riegel Elementary School offer ?
New Riegel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Riegel Elementary School part of?
New Riegel Elementary School is part of New Riegel Local School District.
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