Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Richard Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard Avenue Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richard Avenue 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 Richard Avenue Elementary School is 0.52, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1875 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
10%
17%
White
67%
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
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Richard Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1875 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Richard Avenue Elementary School?
375 students attend Richard Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Richard Avenue Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Avenue Elementary School?
Richard Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richard Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Richard Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Richard Avenue Elementary School part of?
Richard Avenue Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Avenue Elementary School located?
Richard Avenue Elementary School is located in the Barfield Heights neighborhood of Grove City, OH.
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