Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Onaway Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Onaway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Onaway Elementary School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Onaway Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Onaway Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#775 out of 3137 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
33%
17%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Onaway Elementary School's ranking?
Onaway Elementary School is ranked #775 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Onaway Elementary School often compared to?
Onaway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernway Elementary School, Boulevard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Onaway Elementary School?
405 students attend Onaway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Onaway Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Onaway Elementary School?
Onaway Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Onaway Elementary School offer ?
Onaway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Onaway Elementary School part of?
Onaway Elementary School is part of Shaker Heights City School District.
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