Serving 602 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Merwin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merwin Elementary School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merwin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merwin Elementary School is 0.31, which is less 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
#986 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
83%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
West Clermont Local School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merwin Elementary School's ranking?
Merwin Elementary School is ranked #986 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Merwin Elementary School often compared to?
Merwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clough Pike Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Merwin Elementary School?
602 students attend Merwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Merwin Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merwin Elementary School?
Merwin Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Merwin Elementary School offer ?
Merwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merwin Elementary School part of?
Merwin Elementary School is part of West Clermont Local School District.
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