Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Larkmoor 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larkmoor Elementary School's student population of 450 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Larkmoor 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 Larkmoor Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#2424 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
8%
Black
17%
17%
White
31%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lorain City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larkmoor Elementary School's ranking?
Larkmoor Elementary School is ranked #2424 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Larkmoor Elementary School often compared to?
Larkmoor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Admiral King Elementary School, Garfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Larkmoor Elementary School?
450 students attend Larkmoor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Larkmoor Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larkmoor Elementary School?
Larkmoor Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Larkmoor Elementary School offer ?
Larkmoor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Larkmoor Elementary School part of?
Larkmoor Elementary School is part of Lorain City School District.
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