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#104 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 3% in state

Central Elementary School

Elementary School · Logan-Hocking Local

445 N Market St, Logan, OH 43138

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#104 of 3,441

In Logan

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Logan-Hocking Local

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Central Elementary School

9.2/10

Elementary School in Logan · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St John the Evangelist School

6.7/10

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About Central Elementary School

Central Elementary School is a public elementary school in Logan, OH, part of Logan-Hocking Local. Central Elementary School serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Central Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+39.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,438
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Central Elementary School — Students at Central Elementary School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
81.8%
ELA
92%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Central Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
97th percentile in OH
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

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

445 N Market St, Logan, OH 43138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Central Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Furnace Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Union Furnace), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Junction City Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Junction City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Chieftain Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Logan, see our Logan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Logan 0.1 mi 6.7
LOGAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Logan 0.9 mi 5.9
Green Elementary School Logan 2.3 mi 7.7
Logan-Hocking Middle School Logan 2.4 mi 7.0
Logan High School Logan 2.6 mi 5.8
Chieftain Elementary School Logan 4.7 mi 9.1
Union Furnace Elementary School Union Furnace 6.4 mi 9.6
Hocking Hills Elementary School Logan 8.6 mi 8.0
Bremen Elementary School Bremen 10.8 mi 6.9
Berne Union Elementary School Sugar Grove 9.4 mi 6.2
Berne Union High School Sugar Grove 9.4 mi 7.2
Junction City Elementary School Junction City 13.5 mi 9.3
Fairfield Union High School Lancaster 14.8 mi 5.3
Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School Lancaster 14.9 mi 6.6
Tri-County Career Center Building Nelsonville 13.1 mi 5.3
Early Childhood Center 2 Lancaster 14.6 mi 5.0
Nelsonville-York Junior High School Nelsonville 13.0 mi 4.1
Nelsonville-York Elementary School Nelsonville 13.0 mi 5.0
Nelsonville-York High School Nelsonville 13.0 mi 5.5
REDEEMER LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Lancaster 15.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,028

Median Home Value

$169,100

Median Rent

$766/mo

Population

19,147

College Educated

14.3%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Central Elementary School

What grades does Central Elementary School serve?

Central Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Central Elementary School?

Central Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Central Elementary School rank in OH?

Central Elementary School ranks #104 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Central Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Central Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Central Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Central Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Hocking County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

District

Logan-Hocking Local
District Enrollment
3,418
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,438
District Rank
#2 of 7

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