Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Emerson Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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-2
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerson Primary School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Emerson Primary School is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
74%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Emerson Primary School often compared to?
Emerson Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Botkins Elementary School, Fairlawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend Emerson Primary School?
332 students attend Emerson Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Emerson Primary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Primary School?
Emerson Primary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerson Primary School offer ?
Emerson Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Emerson Primary School part of?
Emerson Primary School is part of Sidney City School District.
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