Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kirkmere School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirkmere School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kirkmere School's student population of 344 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
344 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Kirkmere School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kirkmere School is 0.62, 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
#2861 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
8%

Black
56%
17%

White
13%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Kirkmere School's ranking?
Kirkmere School is ranked #2861 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Kirkmere School?
344 students attend Kirkmere School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kirkmere School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirkmere School?
Kirkmere School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kirkmere School offer ?
Kirkmere School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kirkmere School part of?
Kirkmere School is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kirkmere School located?
Kirkmere School is located in the Kirkmere neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Kirkmere.
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