Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dresden 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 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dresden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dresden Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dresden Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dresden Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#849 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dresden Elementary School's ranking?
Dresden Elementary School is ranked #849 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dresden Elementary School often compared to?
Dresden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adamsville Elementary School, West Muskingum Elementary School, Duncan Falls Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dresden Elementary School?
490 students attend Dresden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dresden Elementary School students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dresden Elementary School?
Dresden Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dresden Elementary School offer ?
Dresden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dresden Elementary School part of?
Dresden Elementary School is part of Tri-Valley Local School District.
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