Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Somerset Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 55-59% (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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset Elementary School's student population of 264 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Somerset 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 Somerset Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1658 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Elementary School's ranking?
Somerset Elementary School is ranked #1658 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Somerset Elementary School often compared to?
Somerset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornville Elementary School, Glenford Elementary School, New Lexington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Somerset Elementary School?
264 students attend Somerset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Somerset Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset Elementary School?
Somerset Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset Elementary School offer ?
Somerset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somerset Elementary School part of?
Somerset Elementary School is part of Northern Local School District.
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