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#1455 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 42% in state

Bucyrus Elementary School

Elementary School · Bucyrus City

245 Woodlawn Ave, Bucyrus, OH 44820

Enrollment

552

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,455 of 3,441

In Bucyrus

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Bucyrus City

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Bucyrus Elementary School

6.8/10

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

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About Bucyrus Elementary School

Bucyrus Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bucyrus, OH, part of Bucyrus City. Bucyrus Elementary School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bucyrus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,455 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Bucyrus Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,576
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Bucyrus Elementary School — Students at Bucyrus Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (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
66%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
51.9%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Bucyrus Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in OH
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

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

245 Woodlawn Ave, Bucyrus, OH 44820

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bucyrus Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buckeye Central Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby New Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hannah Crawford Elementary School grades 3 -5 (rated 7.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Crestline), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Liberty Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Caledonia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bucyrus, see our Bucyrus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Bucyrus Middle School Bucyrus 1.0 mi 7.0
CENTER FOR AUTISM / DYSLEXIA - BUCYRUS Bucyrus 1.0 mi 6.0
Bucyrus Secondary School Bucyrus 1.1 mi 6.8
WAYSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bucyrus 1.8 mi 6.9
Wynford High School Bucyrus 2.8 mi 6.4
Wynford Middle School Bucyrus 2.8 mi 6.8
Wynford Elementary School Bucyrus 2.8 mi 7.1
Col Crawford High School Crestline 6.2 mi 7.5
William Crawford Intermediate Schools North Robinson 6.2 mi 6.6
Hannah Crawford Elementary School grades 3 -5 Crestline 6.2 mi 7.5
Hannah Crawford Elementary School PreK-Grade 2 North Robinson 6.2 mi 5.6
Intermediate Elementary School Galion 9.6 mi 6.5
Primary Elementary School Galion 9.6 mi 6.5
Galion Middle School Galion 9.7 mi 5.5
Liberty Elementary School Caledonia 12.3 mi 7.5
Galion High School Galion 9.7 mi 5.9
Buckeye Central High School New Washington 12.0 mi 8.4
Buckeye Central Elementary School New Washington 12.0 mi 9.3
Buckeye Central Middle School New Washington 12.0 mi 8.5
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galion 10.8 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,942

Median Home Value

$134,100

Median Rent

$742/mo

Population

17,265

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

72.9%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bucyrus Elementary School

What grades does Bucyrus Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Bucyrus Elementary School?

Bucyrus Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bucyrus Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bucyrus Elementary School rank in OH?

Bucyrus Elementary School ranks #1,455 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Bucyrus Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bucyrus 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 Bucyrus Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bucyrus Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bucyrus Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bucyrus Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bucyrus Elementary School?

67.6% of students at Bucyrus 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Crawford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

District

Bucyrus City
District Enrollment
1,081
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,576
District Rank
#3 of 3

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