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#1595 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 46% in state

Benjamin Harrison Elementary School

Elementary School · Marion City

625 Brightwood Dr, Marion, OH 43302

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,595 of 3,441

In Marion

#4 of 18

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Marion City

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Benjamin Harrison Elementary School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Marion · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ulysses S. Grant Middle School

4.2/10

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5.3/10

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About Benjamin Harrison Elementary School

Benjamin Harrison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marion, OH, part of Marion City. Benjamin Harrison Elementary School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Harrison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,595 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Harrison Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Benjamin Harrison 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 Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,626
Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

Benjamin Harrison Elementary School — Students at Benjamin Harrison Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (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
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
51.8%
ELA
67.2%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Benjamin Harrison Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in OH
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

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

625 Brightwood Dr, Marion, OH 43302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Benjamin Harrison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Heritage Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgedale Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Morral), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marion, see our Marion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School Marion 0.3 mi 4.2
Marion Preparatory Academy Marion 0.6 mi 5.3
George Washington Elementary School Marion 0.8 mi 6.1
TRECA Digital Academy Marion 0.9 mi 3.5
ST MARY SCHOOL Marion 1.1 mi 8.0
Buckeye Community School - Marion Marion 1.2 mi
William H. Taft Elementary School Marion 2.0 mi 4.1
Harding High School Marion 1.7 mi 4.5
Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School Marion 1.9 mi 5.0
William McKinley Elementary School Marion 1.9 mi 4.4
James A. Garfield Elementary School Marion 2.0 mi 4.7
Tri-Rivers Career Center Marion 2.5 mi 5.4
Pleasant High School Marion 4.4 mi 5.9
Pleasant Middle School Marion 4.5 mi 5.1
Pleasant Elementary School Marion 4.6 mi 6.9
Heritage Elementary School Marion 4.0 mi 7.8
Ridgedale Elementary School Morral 5.6 mi 7.3
Ridgedale Jr/Sr High School Morral 5.7 mi 7.1
River Valley High School Caledonia 5.5 mi 5.8
River Valley Middle School Caledonia 5.5 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,833

Median Home Value

$139,700

Median Rent

$853/mo

Population

54,581

College Educated

13.4%

Homeownership

64.4%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Benjamin Harrison Elementary School

What grades does Benjamin Harrison Elementary School serve?

Benjamin Harrison Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Benjamin Harrison Elementary School?

Benjamin Harrison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Harrison Elementary School?

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

How does Benjamin Harrison Elementary School rank in OH?

Benjamin Harrison Elementary School ranks #1,595 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Benjamin Harrison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Benjamin Harrison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Benjamin Harrison Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Harrison Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Benjamin Harrison Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Benjamin Harrison Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

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