Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Preble Shawnee Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher 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 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Camden Primary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Camden, OH, encompassing approximately 81.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Preble Shawnee Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Preble Shawnee Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Preble Shawnee Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1481 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preble Shawnee Elementary School's ranking?
Preble Shawnee Elementary School is ranked #1481 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Preble Shawnee Elementary School often compared to?
Preble Shawnee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollingsworth East Elementary School, Twin Valley South Elementary School, National Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% 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 Preble Shawnee Elementary School?
471 students attend Preble Shawnee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Preble Shawnee Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Preble Shawnee Elementary School?
Preble Shawnee Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Preble Shawnee Elementary School offer ?
Preble Shawnee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Preble Shawnee Elementary School part of?
Preble Shawnee Elementary School is part of Preble Shawnee Local School District.
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