Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Park Layne 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 73% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: 73%
- Reading Proficiency: 81%
- Attendance Zone: Park Layne Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire New Carlisle, OH school district, encompassing approximately 43.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Layne Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Park Layne Elementary School is 0.34, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)73%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)81%
83%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
80%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Park Layne Elementary School often compared to?
Park Layne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwestern Elementary School, Kenton Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% OH state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Park Layne Elementary School?
420 students attend Park Layne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Park Layne Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Layne Elementary School?
Park Layne Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Park Layne Elementary School offer ?
Park Layne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Layne Elementary School part of?
Park Layne Elementary School is part of Tecumseh Local School District.
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