Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William H. Taft Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William H. Taft Elementary School serves the northern part of Marion, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a driving time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
William H. Taft Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Inspiring a Community of Achievement
School Rankings
William H. Taft Elementary 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 William H. Taft Elementary School is 0.55, which is more 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
#2659 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
9%
17%
White
64%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William H. Taft Elementary School's ranking?
William H. Taft Elementary School is ranked #2659 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are William H. Taft Elementary School often compared to?
William H. Taft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgedale Elementary School, Elgin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend William H. Taft Elementary School?
377 students attend William H. Taft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of William H. Taft Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William H. Taft Elementary School?
William H. Taft Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does William H. Taft Elementary School offer ?
William H. Taft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William H. Taft Elementary School part of?
William H. Taft Elementary School is part of Marion City School District.
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