Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Volney Rogers 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Volney Rogers School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Volney Rogers School's student population of 326 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Volney Rogers 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 Volney Rogers School is 0.68, 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
#2650 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
7%
Black
49%
17%
White
19%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Volney Rogers School's ranking?
Volney Rogers School is ranked #2650 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Volney Rogers School?
326 students attend Volney Rogers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Volney Rogers School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Volney Rogers School?
Volney Rogers School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Volney Rogers School offer ?
Volney Rogers School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Volney Rogers School part of?
Volney Rogers School is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Volney Rogers School located?
Volney Rogers School is located in the Kirkmere neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Kirkmere.
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