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Below Average

#2930 of 3,441 schools in OH

Based on limited data

Buckeye Elementary School

Elementary School · Salem City

1200 Buckeye Ave, Salem, OH 44460

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on OH statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

434

Student-Teacher

20.7:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,930 of 3,441

In Salem

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Salem City

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Buckeye Elementary School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Salem · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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5.3/10

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About Buckeye Elementary School

Buckeye Elementary School is a public elementary school in Salem, OH, part of Salem City. Buckeye Elementary School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckeye Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,930 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Buckeye Elementary School runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

40% of students at Buckeye 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average49%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on OH state average
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement51%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,656
Chronic Absenteeism40.3%

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Buckeye Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
15th percentile in OH
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

Location

1200 Buckeye Ave, Salem, OH 44460

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buckeye Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Western Reserve Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Berlin Center), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Branch Early Learning Center (rated 8.7/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Range Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Canfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Salem Junior High School Salem 0.9 mi 5.0
Salem High School Salem 0.9 mi 5.3
ST PAUL SCHOOL Salem 1.1 mi 6.7
Reilly Elementary School Salem 1.2 mi 6.2
SALEM WESLEYAN ACADEMY Salem 1.6 mi 5.3
Southeast Elementary School Salem 2.1 mi 6.8
West Branch Early Learning Center Salem 4.9 mi 8.7
Leetonia Jr./Sr. High School Leetonia 5.2 mi 6.6
Leetonia Elementary K-6 Leetonia 5.2 mi 7.4
South Range Elementary School Canfield 6.7 mi 8.6
South Range High School Canfield 6.7 mi 7.3
South Range Middle School Canfield 6.7 mi 8.7
Western Reserve Middle School Berlin Center 8.2 mi 8.5
Western Reserve Elementary School Berlin Center 8.2 mi 9.2
Western Reserve High School Berlin Center 8.2 mi 8.5
West Branch Middle School Beloit 6.9 mi 7.4
West Branch High School Beloit 6.9 mi 6.7
West Branch Digital Academy Beloit 6.9 mi
Valley STEM+ME2 Academy Canfield 9.1 mi 4.6
Mahoning Career & Technical Canfield 9.1 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,882

Median Home Value

$153,200

Median Rent

$770/mo

Population

25,289

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buckeye Elementary School

What grades does Buckeye Elementary School serve?

Buckeye Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend Buckeye Elementary School?

Buckeye Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Buckeye Elementary School is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Buckeye Elementary School rank in OH?

Buckeye Elementary School ranks #2,930 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Buckeye Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Buckeye Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Buckeye Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Buckeye Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Columbiana County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

District

Salem City
District Enrollment
1,940
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,656
District Rank
#5 of 5

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