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Portsmouth Elementary School

514 Union St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 761 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Portsmouth 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 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 761 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Portsmouth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Portsmouth Elementary School's student population of 761 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers

School Rankings

Portsmouth Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portsmouth Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2447 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
36%
54%
37%
60%
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
70%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Portsmouth Elementary School's ranking?
Portsmouth Elementary School is ranked #2447 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Portsmouth Elementary School often compared to?
Portsmouth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Elementary School, Minford Primary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Portsmouth Elementary School?
761 students attend Portsmouth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Portsmouth Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portsmouth Elementary School?
Portsmouth Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portsmouth Elementary School offer ?
Portsmouth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Portsmouth Elementary School part of?
Portsmouth Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City School District.
In what neighborhood is Portsmouth Elementary School located?
Portsmouth Elementary School is located in the 2nd Ward neighborhood of Portsmouth, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in 2nd Ward.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 761 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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