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#3036 of 3,441 schools in OH

Cedar Elementary School

Elementary School · Canton City

2823 9th St SW, Canton, OH 44710

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,036 of 3,441

In Canton

#29 of 39

public schools

In district

#11 of 18

Canton City

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Cedar Elementary School

4.1/10

Elementary School in Canton · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.1/10

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About Cedar Elementary School

Cedar Elementary School is a public elementary school in Canton, OH, part of Canton City. Cedar Elementary School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,036 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Cedar Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Cedar 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 Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,763
Chronic Absenteeism43.7%

Cedar Elementary School — Students at Cedar Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (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
61%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
32%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Cedar Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in OH
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.7%

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

2823 9th St SW, Canton, OH 44710

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cedar Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whipple Heights Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canton Arts Academy @ Summit (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CANTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canton, see our Canton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Clarendon Intermediate School Canton 0.6 mi 4.1
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Canton 0.5 mi 7.9
Harter Elementary School Canton 0.7 mi 3.5
McGregor Intermediate School Canton 0.9 mi 4.7
Stark High School Canton 0.9 mi 2.6
Beacon Academy Canton 0.9 mi 6.3
McKinley High School Canton 1.7 mi 3.6
Summit Academy Community School for Alternative Learn-Canton Canton 1.5 mi 7.7
Canton Arts Academy @ Summit Canton 1.5 mi 8.3
Choices Alternative School Canton 1.5 mi 4.8
Bulldog Virtual Academy Canton 1.5 mi 2.8
Canton College Preparatory School Canton 1.6 mi 3.4
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Canton 1.7 mi 7.7
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton 1.8 mi 7.8
Whipple Heights Elementary School Canton 1.9 mi 9.1
Worley Elementary School Canton 2.2 mi 3.9
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Canton 1.8 mi 7.7
Early Learning Center @ Schreiber Canton 2.1 mi 4.7
Summit Academy Secondary - Canton Canton 2.4 mi 5.1
CANTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Canton 2.7 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,453

Median Home Value

$101,400

Median Rent

$921/mo

Population

8,253

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

58.4%

Avg Commute

16.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.2%

Median Age

39

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North College Hill Elementary School North College Hill, OH 4.1
North Ridgeville Early Childhood Learning Community North Ridgeville, OH 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cedar Elementary School

What grades does Cedar Elementary School serve?

Cedar Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Cedar Elementary School?

Cedar Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Elementary School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cedar Elementary School rank in OH?

Cedar Elementary School ranks #3,036 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Cedar Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cedar Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Cedar Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cedar Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Cedar Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Stark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.7%

District

Canton City
District Enrollment
7,794
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,763
District Rank
#11 of 18

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