Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Waterville Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterville Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waterville Primary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Waterville Primary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterville Primary School is 0.15, 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
#143 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Waterville Primary School's ranking?
Waterville Primary School is ranked #143 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Waterville Primary School often compared to?
Waterville Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitehouse Primary School, Monclova Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Waterville Primary School?
490 students attend Waterville Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Waterville Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterville Primary School?
Waterville Primary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waterville Primary School offer ?
Waterville Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterville Primary School part of?
Waterville Primary School is part of Anthony Wayne Local School District.
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