Serving 598 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcvay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcvay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mcvay Elementary School's student population of 598 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcvay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcvay Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1417 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
23%
17%
White
54%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcvay Elementary School's ranking?
Mcvay Elementary School is ranked #1417 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mcvay Elementary School?
598 students attend Mcvay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mcvay Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcvay Elementary School?
Mcvay Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcvay Elementary School offer ?
Mcvay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mcvay Elementary School part of?
Mcvay Elementary School is part of Westerville City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcvay Elementary School located?
Mcvay Elementary School is located in the McVay Woods neighborhood of Westerville, OH.
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