Serving 915 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Zane Grey 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 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 915 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Zane Grey Elementary School serves the southwest part of Zanesville, OH, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zane Grey Elementary School's student population of 915 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
915 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Zane Grey 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 Zane Grey Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#2313 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
9%
17%
White
60%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
27%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zane Grey Elementary School's ranking?
Zane Grey Elementary School is ranked #2313 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Zane Grey Elementary School often compared to?
Zane Grey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Mcintire Elementary School, National Road, West Muskingum Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Zane Grey Elementary School?
915 students attend Zane Grey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Zane Grey Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zane Grey Elementary School?
Zane Grey Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zane Grey Elementary School offer ?
Zane Grey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zane Grey Elementary School part of?
Zane Grey Elementary School is part of Zanesville City School District.
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