Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cherrington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherrington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cherrington Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherrington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherrington Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#866 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
33%
17%
White
42%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Cherrington Elementary School's ranking?
Cherrington Elementary School is ranked #866 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cherrington Elementary School often compared to?
Cherrington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Cherrington Elementary School?
363 students attend Cherrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cherrington Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherrington Elementary School?
Cherrington Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cherrington Elementary School offer ?
Cherrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherrington Elementary School part of?
Cherrington Elementary School is part of Westerville City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherrington Elementary School located?
Cherrington Elementary School is located in the Lehy Acres neighborhood of Westerville, OH.
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