Very Good
#1247 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 36% in state
Chestnut Elementary School
Elementary School · Painesville City Local
341 Chestnut St, Painesville, OH 44077
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,247 of 3,441
In Painesville
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Painesville City Local
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Chestnut Elementary School
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About Chestnut Elementary School
Chestnut Elementary School is a public elementary school in Painesville, OH, part of Painesville City Local. Chestnut Elementary School serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Chestnut Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,247 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Chestnut Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Chestnut 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
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Chestnut Elementary School — Students at Chestnut Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.8/10.
How Chestnut Elementary School Compares
See how Chestnut Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
341 Chestnut St, Painesville, OH 44077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chestnut Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Melridge Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sterling Morton Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Mentor), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Painesville, see our Painesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Elementary School Painesville | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Painesville | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Heritage Middle School Painesville | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Harvey High School Painesville | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Harvey Academy Painesville | 0.9 mi | — |
| Maple Elementary School Painesville | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Melridge Elementary School Painesville | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Henry F Lamuth Middle School Painesville | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| iSTEM Painesville | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Elm Street Elementary School Painesville | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Riverside Jr/Sr High School Painesville | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Mentor | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Riverview Elementary School Painesville | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Concord Twp | 2.9 mi | — |
| Mckinley Elementary School Fairport Harbor | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Fairport Harding High School Fairport Harbor | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Sterling Morton Elementary School Mentor | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Garfield Preschool Mentor | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Riverside Preschool Concord Township | 4.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Memorial Middle School Mentor | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,692
Median Home Value
$217,400
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
57,947
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anthony Wayne Elementary School Franklin, OH | 7.2 |
| Broadway Academy Cleveland, OH | 7.2 |
| Chamberlin Hill Elementary School Findlay, OH | 7.2 |
| Charles L Warstler Elementary School Canton, OH | 7.2 |
| Genoa Elementary School Massillon, OH | 7.2 |
| Goldwood Primary Elementary School Rocky River, OH | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chestnut Elementary School
What grades does Chestnut Elementary School serve?
Chestnut Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Chestnut Elementary School?
Chestnut Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chestnut Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chestnut Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chestnut Elementary School rank in OH?
Chestnut Elementary School ranks #1,247 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Chestnut Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chestnut Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Chestnut Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chestnut Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Chestnut Elementary School a charter school?
No, Chestnut Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chestnut Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Chestnut Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (440) 392-5350
Resources & Links
District
Painesville City Local- District Enrollment
- 2,696
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,178
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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