Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Wells Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Wells Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire Steubenville school district, covering approximately 7.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wells Academy's student population of 336 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wells Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Academy 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
#3 out of 3181 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
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%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Big Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Academy's ranking?
Wells Academy is ranked #3 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wells Academy often compared to?
Wells Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pugliese Elementary West, Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wells Academy?
336 students attend Wells Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Wells Academy students are White, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells Academy?
Wells Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wells Academy offer ?
Wells Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Academy part of?
Wells Academy is part of Steubenville City School District.
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