West Elementary School serves 213 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
98%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (08-09)
38%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Elementary School?
213 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Minerva Local School District.
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