Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Wells Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wells Academy's student population of 333 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wells Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Academy is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 3137 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
15%
17%
White
67%
67%
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
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Academy's ranking?
Wells Academy is ranked #1 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wells Academy often compared to?
Wells Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pugliese Elementary West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Wells Academy?
333 students attend Wells Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wells Academy students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wells Academy?
Wells Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wells Academy offer ?
Wells Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Wells Academy part of?
Wells Academy is part of Steubenville City School District.
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