Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whiteford 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whiteford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Whiteford Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
431 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Whiteford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whiteford Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1421 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
7%
8%

Black
9%
17%

White
72%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



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

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Whiteford Elementary School's ranking?
Whiteford Elementary School is ranked #1421 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Whiteford Elementary School often compared to?
Whiteford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stranahan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Whiteford Elementary School?
431 students attend Whiteford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Whiteford Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whiteford Elementary School?
Whiteford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whiteford Elementary School offer ?
Whiteford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Whiteford Elementary School part of?
Whiteford Elementary School is part of Sylvania Schools School District.
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