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#1467 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 43% in state

Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School

Elementary School · Martins Ferry City

5002 Ayers Lime Stone Rd, Martins, OH 43935

Enrollment

527

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,467 of 3,441

In district

#1 of 3

Martins Ferry City

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Martins · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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About Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School

Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School is a public elementary school in Martins, OH, part of Martins Ferry City. Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,467 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,735
Chronic Absenteeism35.3%

Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School — Students at Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.5% (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
81%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
64.4%
ELA
64.4%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School Compares

See how Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in OH
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.3%

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

5002 Ayers Lime Stone Rd, Martins, OH 43935

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethlehem Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Wheeling), which scores notably higher. Another option is The Bridgeport School District - Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Steenrod Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Wheeling), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Martins, see our Martins schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Martins Ferry Middle School Martins Ferry 0.1 mi 5.5
Martins Ferry High School Martins Ferry 0.1 mi 4.8
SPEIRO ACADEMY Martins Ferry 0.8 mi
MARTINS FERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Martins Ferry 1.4 mi 5.7
Warwood School Wheeling 1.4 mi 6.5
CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wheeling 1.5 mi 7.6
Madison Elementary School Wheeling 2.8 mi 5.5
WHEELING COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wheeling 2.9 mi 7.4
Woodsdale Elementary School Wheeling 2.9 mi 6.3
THE LINSLY SCHOOL Wheeling 3.1 mi 8.3
ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Wheeling 3.6 mi 5.3
Wheeling Middle School Wheeling 4.5 mi 8.7
Buckeye South Elementary School Tiltonsville 4.4 mi 6.8
The Bridgeport School District - High School Bridgeport 4.0 mi 5.7
The Bridgeport School DIstrict - Middle School Bridgeport 4.0 mi 7.5
The Bridgeport School District - Elementary Bridgeport 4.0 mi 8.7
Ritchie Elementary School Wheeling 4.7 mi 6.6
Steenrod Elementary School Wheeling 4.5 mi 8.5
Triadelphia Middle School Wheeling 4.5 mi 8.1
Bethlehem Elementary School Wheeling 5.0 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43935 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,109

Median Home Value

$101,400

Median Rent

$822/mo

Population

7,918

College Educated

13.3%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.5%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School

What grades does Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School serve?

Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School?

Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School rank in OH?

Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School ranks #1,467 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School?

65.8% of students at Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Belmont County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.3%

District

Martins Ferry City
District Enrollment
1,310
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,735
District Rank
#1 of 3

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