Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, South 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 64%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
72%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, Dover Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
455 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Dover City School District.
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