Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Griffith Thomas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Griffith Thomas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Griffith Thomas Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Griffith Thomas 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 Griffith Thomas Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#780 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
9%
17%
White
54%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griffith Thomas Elementary School's ranking?
Griffith Thomas Elementary School is ranked #780 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Griffith Thomas Elementary School often compared to?
Griffith Thomas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Run Elementary School, Wyandot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Griffith Thomas Elementary School?
524 students attend Griffith Thomas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Griffith Thomas Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Griffith Thomas Elementary School?
Griffith Thomas Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Griffith Thomas Elementary School offer ?
Griffith Thomas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Griffith Thomas Elementary School part of?
Griffith Thomas Elementary School is part of Dublin City School District.
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