Serving 200 students in grades 3-6, Daw 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daw Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Daw Elementary School's student population of 200 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Daw Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daw Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#2261 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
79%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daw Elementary School's ranking?
Daw Elementary School is ranked #2261 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Daw Elementary School?
200 students attend Daw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Daw Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daw Elementary School?
Daw Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Daw Elementary School offer ?
Daw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Daw Elementary School part of?
Daw Elementary School is part of Wellsville Local School District.
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