Serving 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Symmes Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Symmes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Symmes Elementary School's student population of 656 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Symmes Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Symmes Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#248 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
9%
17%
White
52%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Symmes Elementary School's ranking?
Symmes Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Symmes Elementary School often compared to?
Symmes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Ash Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Symmes Elementary School?
656 students attend Symmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Symmes Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Symmes Elementary School?
Symmes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Symmes Elementary School offer ?
Symmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Symmes Elementary School part of?
Symmes Elementary School is part of Sycamore Community City School District.
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