Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Drake Elementary 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 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 78% (which was higher than the Ohio state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 78% (which was higher than the Ohio state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)78%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)78%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)11%
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)6%
5%
Black
(15-16)5%
16%
White
(15-16)70%
71%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)8%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% OH state average).
How many students attend Drake Elementary School?
402 students attend Drake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Drake Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drake Elementary School?
Drake Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Drake Elementary School offer ?
Drake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Drake Elementary School part of?
Drake Elementary School is part of Strongsville City School District.
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