Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Worley 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Worley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Worley Elementary School's student population of 335 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
20
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Mascot
Bulldog
School Rankings
Worley 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 Worley Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2463 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
35%
17%
White
40%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worley Elementary School's ranking?
Worley Elementary School is ranked #2463 out of 3,181 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Worley Elementary School?
335 students attend Worley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Worley Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Worley Elementary School?
Worley Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Worley Elementary School offer ?
Worley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Worley Elementary School part of?
Worley Elementary School is part of Canton City School District.
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