Serving 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Union 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 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Union Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in West Union, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 187.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Union Elementary School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
West Union 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 Union Elementary 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
#1405 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
96%
65%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Union Elementary School's ranking?
West Union Elementary School is ranked #1405 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Union Elementary School often compared to?
West Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Adams Elementary School, Peebles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend West Union Elementary School?
656 students attend West Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Union Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Union Elementary School?
West Union Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Union Elementary School offer ?
West Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Union Elementary School part of?
West Union Elementary School is part of Adams County Ohio Valley Local School District.
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