Serving 377 students in grades 4-5, Ross Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ross Intermediate School's student population of 377 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Ross Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ross Intermediate School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#340 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross Intermediate School's ranking?
Ross Intermediate School is ranked #340 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ross Intermediate School?
377 students attend Ross Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Ross Intermediate School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ross Intermediate School?
Ross Intermediate School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ross Intermediate School offer ?
Ross Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Ross Intermediate School part of?
Ross Intermediate School is part of Ross Local School District.
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