Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Dentzler Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dentzler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dentzler Elementary School's student population of 435 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dentzler Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dentzler Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#687 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
64%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Parma City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dentzler Elementary School's ranking?
Dentzler Elementary School is ranked #687 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dentzler Elementary School often compared to?
Dentzler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Valley Elementary School, Constellation Schools Parma Community by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dentzler Elementary School?
435 students attend Dentzler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Dentzler Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dentzler Elementary School?
Dentzler Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dentzler Elementary School offer ?
Dentzler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dentzler Elementary School part of?
Dentzler Elementary School is part of Parma City School District.
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