Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Eastern Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Eastern Heights Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Eastern Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Heights Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#2260 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
55%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Eastern Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Eastern Heights Elementary School is ranked #2260 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Eastern Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Eastern Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Eastern Heights Elementary School?
547 students attend Eastern Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Eastern Heights Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Heights Elementary School?
Eastern Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eastern Heights Elementary School offer ?
Eastern Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Heights Elementary School part of?
Eastern Heights Elementary School is part of Elyria City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Eastern Heights Elementary School located?
Eastern Heights Elementary School is located in the Eastern Heights neighborhood of Elyria, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastern Heights.
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