Serving 269 students in grades 3-5, Wellston Intermediate 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 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wellston Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 85.2 square miles in Wellston, OH. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge being 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wellston Intermediate School's student population of 269 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring to New Heights! Home of the Golden Rockets!
School Rankings
Wellston Intermediate 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 Wellston Intermediate School is 0.08, 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
#2141 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Golden and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellston Intermediate School's ranking?
Wellston Intermediate School is ranked #2141 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wellston Intermediate School?
269 students attend Wellston Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wellston Intermediate School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellston Intermediate School?
Wellston Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wellston Intermediate School offer ?
Wellston Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellston Intermediate School part of?
Wellston Intermediate School is part of Wellston City School District.
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