Elp Essex serves 91 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elp Essex's student population of 91 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
91 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elp Essex is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
28%
17%
White
43%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Elp Essex?
91 students attend Elp Essex.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Elp Essex students are White, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elp Essex?
Elp Essex has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elp Essex offer ?
Elp Essex offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elp Essex part of?
Elp Essex is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Elp Essex located?
Elp Essex is located in the Northwest Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Akron.
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