Serving 776 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Reading 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 49% (which is lower 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 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reading Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Reading Elementary School's student population of 776 students has grown by 133% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 182% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Reading Elementary School is 0.53, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
14%
17%
White
66%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% 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 64% OH state average).
How many students attend Reading Elementary School?
776 students attend Reading Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Reading Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reading Elementary School?
Reading Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Reading Elementary School offer ?
Reading Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reading Elementary School part of?
Reading Elementary School is part of Reading Community City School District.
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