Very Good
#995 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 29% in state
Barberton Primary School
Elementary School · Barberton City
1151 Shannon Ave, Barberton, OH 44203
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#995 of 3,441
In Barberton
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Barberton City
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Barberton Primary School
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About Barberton Primary School
Barberton Primary School is a public elementary school in Barberton, OH, part of Barberton City. Barberton Primary School serves approximately 763 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Barberton Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #995 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Barberton Primary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Barberton Primary 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
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Barberton Primary School — Students at Barberton Primary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.5/10.
How Barberton Primary School Compares
See how Barberton Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1151 Shannon Ave, Barberton, OH 44203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barberton Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norton Primary Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Norton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norton Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Norton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hazel Harvey Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Doylestown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Barberton, see our Barberton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Norton Primary Elementary School Norton | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Norton Middle School Norton | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Barberton | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Barberton Preschool Barberton | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Barberton Virtual Academy Barberton | 1.8 mi | — |
| Norton High School Norton | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HAMETOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Norton | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Barberton Middle School Barberton | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Barberton High School Barberton | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Barberton Intermediate School Barberton | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Norton Elementary School Norton | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Hazel Harvey Elementary School Doylestown | 3.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Chippewa Intermediate School Doylestown | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Doylestown | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Wadsworth Middle School Wadsworth | 3.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Sam Salem Community Learning Center Akron | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Imagine Akron Academy Akron | 4.4 mi | — |
| Imagine Leadership Academy Akron | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Wadsworth High School Wadsworth | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Overlook Elementary School Wadsworth | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,124
Median Home Value
$148,300
Median Rent
$832/mo
Population
38,705
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
43.4
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|---|---|
| Allen East Elementary School Harrod, OH | 7.5 |
| Alton Darby Elementary School Hilliard, OH | 7.5 |
| Brook Park Elementary School Brook Park, OH | 7.5 |
| Edison Elementary School (formerly Milan Elem) Milan, OH | 7.5 |
| Faircrest Memorial Elementary School Canton, OH | 7.5 |
| Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown, OH | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barberton Primary School
What grades does Barberton Primary School serve?
Barberton Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Barberton Primary School?
Barberton Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 763 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barberton Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Barberton Primary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barberton Primary School rank in OH?
Barberton Primary School ranks #995 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Barberton Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Barberton Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Barberton Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barberton Primary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Barberton Primary School a charter school?
No, Barberton Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barberton Primary School a Title I school?
No, Barberton Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 763
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Summit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (330) 825-2183
Resources & Links
District
Barberton City- District Enrollment
- 3,634
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,658
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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