Serving 472 students in grades 4-5, Taft Intermediate 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 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher 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 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taft Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Taft Intermediate School's student population of 472 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Taft Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taft Intermediate School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#317 out of 3241 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taft Intermediate School's ranking?
Taft Intermediate School is ranked #317 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Taft Intermediate School often compared to?
Taft Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Elementary School, Reagan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Taft Intermediate School?
472 students attend Taft Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Taft Intermediate School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taft Intermediate School?
Taft Intermediate School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taft Intermediate School offer ?
Taft Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taft Intermediate School part of?
Taft Intermediate School is part of Ashland City School District.
School Reviews
5 11/7/2013
I loved going to school here in my youth, I learned so much here. My oldest daughter even attended school here.
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