Serving 843 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Strausser Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strausser 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
Strausser Elementary School's student population of 843 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Strausser Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Strausser Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#304 out of 3241 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
84%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Strausser Elementary School's ranking?
Strausser Elementary School is ranked #304 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Strausser Elementary School often compared to?
Strausser Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sauder Elementary School, Amherst Elementary School, Fairless Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Strausser Elementary School?
843 students attend Strausser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Strausser Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strausser Elementary School?
Strausser Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Strausser Elementary School offer ?
Strausser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Strausser Elementary School part of?
Strausser Elementary School is part of Jackson Local School District.
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