Serving 1,140 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Powers 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 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powers Elementary School's student population of 1,140 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
1,140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powers Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powers Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#798 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
72%
66%
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
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powers Elementary School's ranking?
Powers Elementary School is ranked #798 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Powers Elementary School?
1,140 students attend Powers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Powers Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powers Elementary School?
Powers Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Powers Elementary School offer ?
Powers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Powers Elementary School part of?
Powers Elementary School is part of Amherst Exempted Village School District.
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