Serving 587 students in grades 5-6, Pfeiffer Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pfeiffer Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Massillon, OH school district, encompassing approximately 24.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pfeiffer Intermediate School's student population of 587 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride, Excellence, Tradition
School Rankings
Pfeiffer Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pfeiffer Intermediate School is 0.31, 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
#680 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
83%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pfeiffer Intermediate School's ranking?
Pfeiffer Intermediate School is ranked #680 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pfeiffer Intermediate School often compared to?
Pfeiffer Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sauder Elementary School, Southway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pfeiffer Intermediate School?
587 students attend Pfeiffer Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pfeiffer Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pfeiffer Intermediate School?
Pfeiffer Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pfeiffer Intermediate School offer ?
Pfeiffer Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pfeiffer Intermediate School part of?
Pfeiffer Intermediate School is part of Perry Local School District.
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