Serving 330 students in grades 3-5, Mines Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 73% (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 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Mines Elementary School's student population of 330 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mines 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 Mines Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#973 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mines Elementary School's ranking?
Mines Elementary School is ranked #973 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mines Elementary School often compared to?
Mines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howland Middle School, Howland Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% 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 Mines Elementary School?
330 students attend Mines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mines Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mines Elementary School?
Mines Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mines Elementary School offer ?
Mines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Mines Elementary School part of?
Mines Elementary School is part of Howland Local School District.
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