Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Wheelersburg Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheelersburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wheelersburg Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Wheelersburg Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheelersburg Elementary 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
#798 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Wheelersburg Elementary School's ranking?
Wheelersburg Elementary School is ranked #798 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wheelersburg Elementary School often compared to?
Wheelersburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth West Elementary School, Valley Elementary School, Bloom-vernon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wheelersburg Elementary School?
508 students attend Wheelersburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wheelersburg Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheelersburg Elementary School?
Wheelersburg Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wheelersburg Elementary School offer ?
Wheelersburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheelersburg Elementary School part of?
Wheelersburg Elementary School is part of Wheelersburg Local School District.
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