Serving 293 students in grades 2-3, West Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-84% (which was higher than the Ohio state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-64% (which was higher than the Ohio state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)80-84%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)13%
5%
Black
(15-16)n/a
16%
White
(15-16)85%
71%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)2%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% OH state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
293 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Napoleon Area City School District.
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