Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Preston 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Preston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Preston Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Preston 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 Preston Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1228 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
16%
17%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preston Elementary School's ranking?
Preston Elementary School is ranked #1228 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Preston Elementary School often compared to?
Preston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barberton Intermediate School, Barberton Primary 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Preston Elementary School?
270 students attend Preston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Preston Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Preston Elementary School offer ?
Preston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Preston Elementary School part of?
Preston Elementary School is part of Cuyahoga Falls City School District.
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