Newton Local High School is a public high school in Pleasant Hill, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Newton Local School District.
Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Newton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Newton Elementary School's student population of 357 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Newton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#96 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Newton Elementary School's ranking?
Newton Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Newton Elementary School often compared to?
Newton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miami East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Newton Elementary School?
357 students attend Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Newton Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton Elementary School?
Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newton Elementary School offer ?
Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton Elementary School part of?
Newton Elementary School is part of Newton Local School District.
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