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South Elementary School

444 S 8th St
Upper Sandusky, OH 43351
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 135 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 135 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 30% in OH
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

South Elementary School's student population of 135 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

South Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.25, 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)
#728 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
70-74%
54%
70-74%
60%
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.25
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #728 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
135 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of South Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Upper Sandusky Exempted Village School District.

School Reviews

4   10/10/2025
slow school. Academics could be much better. They need tag classes. Not fair to hold smart kids back.
- Posted by Parent - joe

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 135 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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