Serving 269 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Preston Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Preston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Preston Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day, Every Opportunity!
School Rankings
Preston Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Preston Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1295 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
18%
17%
White
50%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Preston Elementary School's ranking?
Preston Elementary School is ranked #1295 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Preston Elementary School often compared to?
Preston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barberton Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Preston Elementary School?
269 students attend Preston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Preston Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Preston Elementary School?
Preston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Preston Elementary School offer ?
Preston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Preston Elementary School part of?
Preston Elementary School is part of Cuyahoga Falls City School District.
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