Serving 621 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rushmore Elementary 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 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rushmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rushmore Elementary School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
ACHIEVE TODAY, EXCEL TOMORROW
School Rankings
Rushmore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rushmore Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#2056 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
27%
17%
White
50%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Huber Heights City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rushmore Elementary School's ranking?
Rushmore Elementary School is ranked #2056 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Rushmore Elementary School often compared to?
Rushmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monticello Elementary School, Valley Forge Elementary School, Charles Huber Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Rushmore Elementary School?
621 students attend Rushmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Rushmore Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rushmore Elementary School?
Rushmore Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rushmore Elementary School offer ?
Rushmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rushmore Elementary School part of?
Rushmore Elementary School is part of Huber Heights City School District.
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