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#3325 of 3,441 schools in OH

Arlington Elementary School

Elementary School · Toledo City

707 Woodsdale Ave, Toledo, OH 43609

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,325 of 3,441

In Toledo

#80 of 94

public schools

In district

#46 of 54

Toledo City

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Arlington Elementary School

3.2/10

Elementary School in Toledo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Arlington Elementary School

Arlington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toledo, OH, part of Toledo City. Arlington Elementary School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Arlington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,325 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Arlington Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Arlington 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 Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-32.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,542
Chronic Absenteeism42%

Arlington Elementary School — Students at Arlington Elementary School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.4% (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
72%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2022
Math
17.3%
ELA
12.9%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Arlington Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.2/10
3th percentile in OH
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

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

707 Woodsdale Ave, Toledo, OH 43609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arlington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Escuela SMART Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Rossford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beverly Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toledo, see our Toledo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Explorers Academy of Science and Technology Toledo 0.6 mi 1.8
Bowsher High School Toledo 0.6 mi 4.2
Harvard Elementary School Toledo 1.1 mi 4.5
Walbridge Elementary School Toledo 0.9 mi 3.8
Burroughs Elementary School Toledo 1.0 mi 4.1
Pickett Elementary School Toledo 1.6 mi 4.0
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Toledo 1.7 mi 5.3
TOLEDO CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Toledo 1.9 mi 7.3
Toledo Preparatory and Fitness Academy Toledo 1.6 mi 5.7
Rossford High School Rossford 1.8 mi 5.5
Rossford Junior High School Rossford 1.8 mi 5.5
Martin Luther King Academy for Boys Elementary School Toledo 2.1 mi 5.5
Escuela SMART Academy Toledo 1.8 mi 7.6
Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls Toledo 2.0 mi 5.5
Beverly Elementary School Toledo 2.1 mi 6.1
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rossford 2.3 mi 6.9
GESU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Toledo 2.4 mi 5.8
Summit Academy - Toledo Toledo 2.0 mi 6.1
The Autism Academy Of Learning Toledo 2.0 mi 4.7
Jones Leadership Academy of Business Toledo 2.2 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,510

Median Home Value

$58,700

Median Rent

$913/mo

Population

20,495

College Educated

11.4%

Homeownership

44.1%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

29.8%

Median Age

37

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Bluestone Elementary School Euclid, OH 3.3
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Moler Elementary School Columbus, OH 3.3
Winton Hills Academy Cincinnati, OH 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arlington Elementary School

What grades does Arlington Elementary School serve?

Arlington Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Arlington Elementary School?

Arlington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Arlington Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arlington Elementary School rank in OH?

Arlington Elementary School ranks #3,325 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Arlington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arlington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Arlington Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arlington Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Arlington Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Arlington Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lucas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

District

Toledo City
District Enrollment
21,047
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,542
District Rank
#46 of 54

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