Serving 472 students in grades 2-5, W O Cline Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 77% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W O Cline Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
W O Cline Elementary School's student population of 472 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Cline Cougars C.A.R.E.
School Rankings
W O Cline 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 W O Cline Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#720 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
70%
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
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 W O Cline Elementary School's ranking?
W O Cline Elementary School is ranked #720 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are W O Cline Elementary School often compared to?
W O Cline Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stingley Elementary School, Weller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend W O Cline Elementary School?
472 students attend W O Cline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of W O Cline Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of W O Cline Elementary School?
W O Cline Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does W O Cline Elementary School offer ?
W O Cline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W O Cline Elementary School part of?
W O Cline Elementary School is part of Centerville City School District.
In what neighborhood is W O Cline Elementary School located?
W O Cline Elementary School is located in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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