Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pfeiffer 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pfeiffer Elementary School serves the southwest part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pfeiffer Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1917
School Motto
Akron Public Schools serves every scholar by enriching his or her talents and interests.
School Rankings
Pfeiffer 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 Pfeiffer Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2570 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
16%
6%
Showing 2001–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pfeiffer Elementary School's ranking?
Pfeiffer Elementary School is ranked #2570 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pfeiffer Elementary School often compared to?
Pfeiffer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Case Community Learning Center, Harris/jackson Community Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pfeiffer Elementary School?
194 students attend Pfeiffer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pfeiffer Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pfeiffer Elementary School?
Pfeiffer Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pfeiffer Elementary School offer ?
Pfeiffer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pfeiffer Elementary School part of?
Pfeiffer Elementary School is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Pfeiffer Elementary School located?
Pfeiffer Elementary School is located in the Kenmore neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Kenmore.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I was in the 1964 grad class. Kenmore was a great school. We had approximately 400 grads that year. We had some pretty wonderful teachers also.
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