Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benjamin Harrison Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Harrison Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1330 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
68%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
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 Benjamin Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School is ranked #1330 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Benjamin Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Elementary School, Heritage Elementary School, Elgin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Harrison Elementary School?
367 students attend Benjamin Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Benjamin Harrison Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Harrison Elementary School?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benjamin Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Harrison Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School is part of Marion City School District.
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