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#496 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 14% in state

Ada Elementary School

Elementary School · Ada Exempted Village

725 W North Ave, Ada, OH 45810

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#496 of 3,441

In Ada

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Ada Exempted Village

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Ada Elementary School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Ada · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Ada Elementary School

Ada Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ada, OH, part of Ada Exempted Village. Ada Elementary School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ada Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #496 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Ada Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts above OH schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,146
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Ada Elementary School — Students at Ada Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
65.5%
ELA
70.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Ada Elementary School Compares

See how Ada Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
86th percentile in OH
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

725 W North Ave, Ada, OH 45810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ada Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hardin Northern Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Dola), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bluffton Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Bluffton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Waynesfield-Goshen Local Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Waynesfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ada, see our Ada schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Ada High School Ada 0.1 mi 7.2
Upper Scioto Valley Middle School Mc Guffey 6.1 mi 3.4
Upper Scioto Valley Elementary School Mc Guffey 6.1 mi 7.2
Upper Scioto Valley High School Mc Guffey 6.1 mi 5.9
Allen East High School Harrod 6.0 mi 7.9
Allen East Elementary School Harrod 6.0 mi 7.5
Allen East Middle School Harrod 6.0 mi 7.0
Bluffton High School Bluffton 8.9 mi 7.9
Bluffton Elementary School Bluffton 9.0 mi 9.0
Bluffton Middle School Bluffton 8.9 mi 7.2
Cory-Rawson High School Rawson 11.4 mi 6.1
Cory-Rawson Elementary School Rawson 11.4 mi 7.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jenera 10.4 mi 5.8
Hardin Northern Elementary School Dola 8.9 mi 9.7
Hardin Northern High School Dola 8.9 mi 7.1
Arlington Local Elementary School Arlington 12.3 mi 8.8
Arlington Local High School Arlington 12.3 mi 7.7
Waynesfield-Goshen Local High School Waynesfield 13.8 mi 7.8
Waynesfield-Goshen Local Elementary School Waynesfield 13.8 mi 8.9
Bath High School Lima 11.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,065

Median Home Value

$157,500

Median Rent

$741/mo

Population

7,345

College Educated

31.9%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

23.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Arcanum Elementary School Arcanum, OH 8.4
Bell Creek Intermediate School Bellbrook, OH 8.4
Bellville Elementary School Bellville, OH 8.4
Central Elementary School Lexington, OH 8.4
Davey Elementary School Kent, OH 8.4
Edgewood Early Childhood Center Seven Mile, OH 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ada Elementary School

What grades does Ada Elementary School serve?

Ada Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Ada Elementary School?

Ada Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ada Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ada Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ada Elementary School rank in OH?

Ada Elementary School ranks #496 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Ada Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ada Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ada Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ada Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ada Elementary School a charter school?

No, Ada Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ada Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ada Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Hardin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

District

Ada Exempted Village
District Enrollment
867
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,146
District Rank
#1 of 2

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