Serving 429 students in grades 2-3, South 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 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South 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 South Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1642 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)20.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #1642 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South 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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
429 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of New Philadelphia City School District.
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