Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oberlin 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oberlin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oberlin Elementary School's student population of 361 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oberlin 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 Oberlin Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1421 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
48%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
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 Oberlin Elementary School's ranking?
Oberlin Elementary School is ranked #1421 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Oberlin Elementary School often compared to?
Oberlin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Jacinto Elementary School, Avon Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Oberlin Elementary School?
361 students attend Oberlin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Oberlin Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oberlin Elementary School?
Oberlin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oberlin Elementary School offer ?
Oberlin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oberlin Elementary School part of?
Oberlin Elementary School is part of Oberlin City Schools School District.
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