Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gordon Dewitt 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gordon Dewitt 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 Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#703 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
4%
17%
White
72%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon Dewitt Elementary School's ranking?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is ranked #703 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?
344 students attend Gordon Dewitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gordon Dewitt Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gordon Dewitt Elementary School offer ?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gordon Dewitt Elementary School part of?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is part of Cuyahoga Falls City School District.
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