Serving 691 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Muskingum Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Falls Elementary School serves the entire district in Zanesville, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 78.4 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Muskingum Elementary School's student population of 691 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
691 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Tornadoes
School Rankings
West Muskingum Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Muskingum Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1139 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
85%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Muskingum Elementary School's ranking?
West Muskingum Elementary School is ranked #1139 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Muskingum Elementary School often compared to?
West Muskingum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dresden Elementary School, John Mcintire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend West Muskingum Elementary School?
691 students attend West Muskingum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Muskingum Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Muskingum Elementary School?
West Muskingum Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Muskingum Elementary School offer ?
West Muskingum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Muskingum Elementary School part of?
West Muskingum Elementary School is part of West Muskingum Local School District.
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