Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School serves the west part of Lorain, OH, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School's student population of 324 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Toni Wofford Morrison 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 Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2217 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
43%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School's ranking?
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School is ranked #2217 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School?
324 students attend Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School?
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School offer ?
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School part of?
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School is part of Lorain City School District.
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