Denver Place Elementary School

291 Lorish Ave
Wilmington, OH 45177
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Denver Place Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 455 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Denver Place Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
This chart displays total students of Denver Place Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Denver Place Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Denver Place Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Denver Place Elementary School by grade.

School Rankings

Denver Place 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 Denver Place Elementary School is 0.36, 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.
This School
State Level (OH)
#1760 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Denver Place Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
56%
60%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-64%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Denver Place Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
4%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
3%
17%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
79%
66%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Denver Place Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Ohio.
0.36
This chart displays the diversity score of Denver Place Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Denver Place Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Denver Place Elementary School's ranking?
Denver Place Elementary School is ranked #1760 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Denver Place Elementary School often compared to?
Denver Place Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roy E Holmes Elementary School, Clinton-massie Elementary School, East End Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Denver Place Elementary School?
455 students attend Denver Place Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Denver Place Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denver Place Elementary School?
Denver Place Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Denver Place Elementary School offer ?
Denver Place Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Denver Place Elementary School part of?
Denver Place Elementary School is part of Wilmington City School District.

School Reviews

Review Denver Place Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Demystifying IEPs
Demystifying IEPs
Unlock the power of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in this comprehensive guide. Discover how IEPs support students with diverse needs, including behavioral challenges. This article is a must-read for parents navigating the education system and aspiring teachers seeking to make a positive impact.
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
December 16, 2024
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 455 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Related School Videos

Quick Links