Serving 491 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilder Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wilder Elementary School's student population of 491 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilder 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 Wilder Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1630 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
32%
17%
White
42%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Westerville City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilder Elementary School's ranking?
Wilder Elementary School is ranked #1630 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wilder Elementary School often compared to?
Wilder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wilder Elementary School?
491 students attend Wilder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Wilder Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilder Elementary School?
Wilder Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilder Elementary School offer ?
Wilder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilder Elementary School part of?
Wilder Elementary School is part of Westerville City School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Overall, the teachers and faculty are great! There are a few teachers where it''s like "Ehh." I am part of the K-Kids group of 2018-19 and the service projects are great! Just us K-Kids alone raised around $300 for Trick or Treat for UNICEF, part of the Eliminate Project. I''d give Wilder Elementary a 4 out of 5 stars.
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