Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Raymer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Raymer Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raymer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raymer Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2927 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
7%
Black
16%
17%
White
42%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymer Elementary School's ranking?
Raymer Elementary School is ranked #2927 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Raymer Elementary School?
424 students attend Raymer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Raymer Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 16% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raymer Elementary School?
Raymer Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Raymer Elementary School offer ?
Raymer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Raymer Elementary School part of?
Raymer Elementary School is part of Toledo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Raymer Elementary School located?
Raymer Elementary School is located in the East Toledo neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 7 other public schools located in East Toledo.
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