Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sylvan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sylvan Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Sylvan Elementary 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 Sylvan Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#517 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
78%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvan Elementary School's ranking?
Sylvan Elementary School is ranked #517 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Sylvan Elementary School often compared to?
Sylvan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sylvan Elementary School?
412 students attend Sylvan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sylvan Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% 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 Sylvan Elementary School?
Sylvan Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sylvan Elementary School offer ?
Sylvan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sylvan Elementary School part of?
Sylvan Elementary School is part of Sylvania Schools School District.
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