Serving 791 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Portsmouth 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 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Portsmouth Elementary serves the west part of Portsmouth, OH, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Portsmouth Elementary School's student population of 791 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#2447 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-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 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portsmouth Elementary School's ranking?
Portsmouth Elementary School is ranked #2447 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Portsmouth Elementary School often compared to?
Portsmouth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Elementary School, Minford Primary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Portsmouth Elementary School?
791 students attend Portsmouth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Portsmouth Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portsmouth Elementary School?
Portsmouth Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portsmouth Elementary School offer ?
Portsmouth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Portsmouth Elementary School part of?
Portsmouth Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City School District.
In what neighborhood is Portsmouth Elementary School located?
Portsmouth Elementary School is located in the 2nd Ward neighborhood of Portsmouth, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in 2nd Ward.
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