Serving 770 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Reading 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 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reading Elementary School's student population of 770 students has grown by 95% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 172% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Reading Elementary School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
54%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend Reading Elementary School?
770 students attend Reading Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Reading Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reading Elementary School?
Reading Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Reading Elementary School offer ?
Reading Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reading Elementary School part of?
Reading Elementary School is part of Reading Community City School District.
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