New Philadelphia City School District
School District · New Philadelphia, Ohio
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
9
4 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,740
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
9
4 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,740
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Evaluating New Philadelphia City?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge New Philadelphia City as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Central Elementary School
New Philadelphia · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
South Elementary School
New Philadelphia · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
East Elementary School
New Philadelphia · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Ohio rank
#460 of 613
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Ohio avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,740
$1,917 vs Ohio median
District size
2,865 students
Larger than Ohio median
The short answer
New Philadelphia City ranks #460 of 613 Ohio districts by overall school rating. New Philadelphia City's schools with real test data average 6.8/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Central Elementary School (7.9/10), South Elementary School (7.1/10), and East Elementary School (7.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in New Philadelphia City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | South Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | East Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | West Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Joseph Welty Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | York Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 7 | New Philadelphia High School | 5.0 / 10 |
See all 9 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About New Philadelphia City
New Philadelphia City is a New Philadelphia, Ohio school district serving 9 schools. The district educates 2,865 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1. The district invests $12,740 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.1/10, New Philadelphia City demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Central Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.9/10.
In standardized testing, New Philadelphia City students show an average math proficiency of 72.4% and ELA proficiency of 73.2%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in New Philadelphia City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in New Philadelphia City with test data.
Schools in New Philadelphia City
9 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Ohio
- City
- New Philadelphia
- Total Enrollment
- 2,865
- Teachers (FTE)
- 160
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in New Philadelphia City?
New Philadelphia City has 9 schools in total — 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for New Philadelphia City?
The average composite rating for New Philadelphia City is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in New Philadelphia City?
New Philadelphia City spends $12,740 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Philadelphia City?
The average student-teacher ratio in New Philadelphia City is 17.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in New Philadelphia City?
Central Elementary School is the highest-rated school in New Philadelphia City with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What are the test scores in New Philadelphia City?
Across schools in New Philadelphia City with test data, the average math proficiency is 72.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 73.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does New Philadelphia City compare to other districts in Ohio?
New Philadelphia City has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 9 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Ohio by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 72.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 73.2%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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