Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Cedar 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cedar Elementary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
396 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Cedar Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar 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
#2534 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
9%
8%

Black
26%
17%

White
45%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
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 Cedar Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Elementary School is ranked #2534 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cedar Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Stone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Cedar Elementary School?
396 students attend Cedar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cedar Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Elementary School?
Cedar Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cedar Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Cedar Elementary School part of?
Cedar Elementary School is part of Canton City School District.
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