Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pugliese Elementary West ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Pugliese Elementary West's attendance zone covers the entire district in Steubenville, OH, encompassing approximately 7.6 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pugliese Elementary West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pugliese Elementary West's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pugliese Elementary West ranks within the top 1% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pugliese Elementary West is 0.42, 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
#3 out of 3181 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
10%
17%
White
75%
65%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pugliese Elementary West's ranking?
Pugliese Elementary West is ranked #3 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pugliese Elementary West often compared to?
Pugliese Elementary Westis often viewed alongside schools like Wells Academy, Cross Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pugliese Elementary West?
449 students attend Pugliese Elementary West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pugliese Elementary West students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pugliese Elementary West?
Pugliese Elementary West has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pugliese Elementary West offer ?
Pugliese Elementary West offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pugliese Elementary West part of?
Pugliese Elementary West is part of Steubenville City School District.
In what neighborhood is Pugliese Elementary West located?
Pugliese Elementary West is located in the Buena Vista Heights neighborhood of Steubenville, OH.
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