Serving 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Powhatan 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Powhatan Elementary School serves the northeast part of its school district in Powhatan Point, OH, covering an area of approximately 85.6 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powhatan Elementary School's student population of 200 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Powhatan 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 Powhatan Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2122 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
98%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powhatan Elementary School's ranking?
Powhatan Elementary School is ranked #2122 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Powhatan Elementary School?
200 students attend Powhatan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Powhatan Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powhatan Elementary School?
Powhatan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Powhatan Elementary School offer ?
Powhatan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powhatan Elementary School part of?
Powhatan Elementary School is part of Switzerland Of Ohio Local School District.
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