Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Anna Marie Ayers 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 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School's student population of 527 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Anna Marie Ayers 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 Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1143 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
83%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School's ranking?
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School is ranked #1143 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School often compared to?
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Clairsville Elementary School, The Bridgeport School District - Elementary School, Bellaire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School?
527 students attend Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School?
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School offer ?
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School part of?
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School is part of Martins Ferry City School District.
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