Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Applewood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than 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 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Applewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Applewood Elementary School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Applewood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Applewood Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#593 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Applewood Elementary School's ranking?
Applewood Elementary School is ranked #593 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Applewood Elementary School often compared to?
Applewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brunswick Memorial Elementary School, Buckeye Primary School, Huntington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Applewood Elementary School?
475 students attend Applewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Applewood Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Applewood Elementary School?
Applewood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Applewood Elementary School offer ?
Applewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Applewood Elementary School part of?
Applewood Elementary School is part of Brunswick City School District.
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