Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Palm Elementary School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Palm 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 Palm Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2709 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
48%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
19%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
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 Palm Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Elementary School is ranked #2709 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Palm Elementary School?
298 students attend Palm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Palm Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Elementary School?
Palm Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Elementary School offer ?
Palm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Elementary School part of?
Palm Elementary School is part of Lorain City School District.
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