Serving 570 students in grades 2-3, Samuel Bissell 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 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Bissell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Samuel Bissell Elementary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Samuel Bissell 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 Samuel Bissell Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#338 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
24%
17%
White
52%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Bissell Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel Bissell Elementary School is ranked #338 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Samuel Bissell Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel Bissell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilcox Elementary School, Geo G Dodge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Samuel Bissell Elementary School?
570 students attend Samuel Bissell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Samuel Bissell Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel Bissell Elementary School?
Samuel Bissell Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Samuel Bissell Elementary School offer ?
Samuel Bissell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samuel Bissell Elementary School part of?
Samuel Bissell Elementary School is part of Twinsburg City School District.
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