Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fouse Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fouse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fouse Elementary School's student population of 483 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Fouse Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fouse Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#495 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%

Hispanic
19%
8%

Black
10%
17%

White
61%
66%

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

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Fouse Elementary School's ranking?
Fouse Elementary School is ranked #495 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fouse Elementary School often compared to?
Fouse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fouse Elementary School?
483 students attend Fouse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Fouse Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fouse Elementary School?
Fouse Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fouse Elementary School offer ?
Fouse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fouse Elementary School part of?
Fouse Elementary School is part of Westerville City School District.
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