Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-3, R C Waters Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: R C Waters Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Oak Harbor school district, covering approximately 114.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R C Waters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
R C Waters Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
R C Waters Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R C Waters Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#520 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
91%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R C Waters Elementary School's ranking?
R C Waters Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are R C Waters Elementary School often compared to?
R C Waters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Danbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend R C Waters Elementary School?
357 students attend R C Waters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of R C Waters Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R C Waters Elementary School?
R C Waters Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does R C Waters Elementary School offer ?
R C Waters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is R C Waters Elementary School part of?
R C Waters Elementary School is part of Benton Carroll Salem Local School District.
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