Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Medill 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 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Medill Elementary School's student population of 620 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Medill 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 Medill Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1560 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
87%
67%
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
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medill Elementary School's ranking?
Medill Elementary School is ranked #1560 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Medill Elementary School often compared to?
Medill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tarhe Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Medill Elementary School?
620 students attend Medill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Medill Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medill Elementary School?
Medill Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Medill Elementary School offer ?
Medill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Medill Elementary School part of?
Medill Elementary School is part of Lancaster City School District.
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