Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-2, West Branch Early Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Attendance Zone: Knox Elementary School serves the southwest part of Salem, OH, covering an attendance zone of approximately 57.4 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being nearly 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Branch Early Learning Center's student population of 374 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Students for Tomorrow
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Branch Early Learning Center is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Branch Early Learning Center often compared to?
West Branch Early Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Lacroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend West Branch Early Learning Center?
374 students attend West Branch Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Branch Early Learning Center students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Branch Early Learning Center?
West Branch Early Learning Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Branch Early Learning Center offer ?
West Branch Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Branch Early Learning Center part of?
West Branch Early Learning Center is part of West Branch Local School District.
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