Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Toni Wofford Morrison 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
300 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Toni Wofford Morrison 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 Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2261 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
45%
8%

Black
23%
17%

White
19%
66%

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
100%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
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 is Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School's ranking?
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School is ranked #2261 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School?
300 students attend Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School?
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School offer ?
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School part of?
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School is part of Lorain City School District.
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