Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Western Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#121 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
88%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
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 is Western Elementary School's ranking?
Western Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Western Elementary School often compared to?
Western Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stingel Elementary School, Eastview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Western Elementary School?
308 students attend Western Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Western Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Elementary School?
Western Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Elementary School offer ?
Western Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Elementary School part of?
Western Elementary School is part of Lexington Local School District.
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