Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Perrin Woods 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 11% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perrin Woods Elementary School serves the southwest part of Springfield, OH, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perrin Woods Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Perrin Woods Elementary School 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 Perrin Woods Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#2924 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
57%
17%
White
14%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perrin Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Perrin Woods Elementary School is ranked #2924 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Perrin Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Perrin Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Perrin Woods Elementary School?
383 students attend Perrin Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Perrin Woods Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perrin Woods Elementary School?
Perrin Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Perrin Woods Elementary School offer ?
Perrin Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perrin Woods Elementary School part of?
Perrin Woods Elementary School is part of Springfield City School District.
In what neighborhood is Perrin Woods Elementary School located?
Perrin Woods Elementary School is located in the Southgate neighborhood of Springfield, OH.
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