Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Roy E Holmes 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 62%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Math Proficiency: 64%
- Reading Proficiency: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roy E Holmes Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
512 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Roy E Holmes Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)64%
62%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)53%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
7%
8%

Black
3%
17%

White
76%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Roy E Holmes Elementary School often compared to?
Roy E Holmes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denver Place Elementary School, Clinton-massie Elementary School, Putman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 62% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average).
How many students attend Roy E Holmes Elementary School?
512 students attend Roy E Holmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Roy E Holmes Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roy E Holmes Elementary School?
Roy E Holmes Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Roy E Holmes Elementary School offer ?
Roy E Holmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Roy E Holmes Elementary School part of?
Roy E Holmes Elementary School is part of Wilmington City School District.
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