Excellent
#59 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 8% of private schools
Discovery School
Elementary School
855 MILLSBORO RD, Mansfield, OH 44903
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#59 of 713
In Mansfield
#2 of 6
public schools
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Discovery School
Elementary School in Mansfield · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Discovery School
Discovery School is a private elementary school in Mansfield, OH. Discovery School serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Discovery School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Discovery School show 68% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 98 students, Discovery School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Discovery School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Discovery School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Discovery School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Mansfield, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Discovery School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Mansfield Spanish Immersion School | 9.0 |
| Woodland Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Mansfield Middle School | 5.8 |
| GOAL Digital Academy | 3.9 |
| The Richland School of Academic Arts | 8.0 |
| Malabar Intermediate School | 5.4 |
| Tyger Digital Academy | 4.9 |
| Foundation Academy | 4.8 |
| Sherman Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Springmill STEM Elementary | 8.0 |
| Madison South Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Madison Early Childhood Learning Center | 5.5 |
| Madison Middle School | 7.2 |
| Ontario Middle School | 7.4 |
| Eastview Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Mifflin Elementary School | 9.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in OH
Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)
Based on 6 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
855 MILLSBORO RD, Mansfield, OH 44903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Discovery School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mansfield Spanish Immersion School (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is The Richland School of Academic Arts (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Springmill STEM Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mansfield, see our Mansfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mansfield Spanish Immersion School Mansfield | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Woodland Elementary School Mansfield | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Mansfield Senior High School Mansfield | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Mansfield Middle School Mansfield | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MANSFIELD SDA SCHOOL Mansfield | 1.3 mi | — |
| GOAL Digital Academy Mansfield | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Cypress High School Mansfield | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Buckeye Community School Ontario | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| The Richland School of Academic Arts Mansfield | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST PETERS SCHOOL Mansfield | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| -- MANSFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL- Mansfield | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PETER'S ELEMENTARY Mansfield | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Malabar Intermediate School Mansfield | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| LORINE'S LITTLE LEARNERS CHILDCARE LRN CENTER Mansfield | 2.1 mi | — |
| Foundation Academy Mansfield | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Tyger Digital Academy Mansfield | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Sherman Elementary School Mansfield | 3.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Springmill STEM Elementary Mansfield | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Madison South Elementary School Mansfield | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Madison Early Childhood Learning Center Mansfield | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,421
Median Home Value
$177,900
Median Rent
$811/mo
Population
26,804
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
39.1
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| CANTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Canton, OH | 8.2 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Defiance, OH | 8.2 |
| Hope Learning Academy of Toledo Toledo, OH | 8.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WOOSTER OHIO Wooster, OH | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Discovery School
What grades does Discovery School serve?
Discovery School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Discovery School?
Discovery School has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery School?
The student-teacher ratio at Discovery School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Discovery School rank in OH?
Discovery School ranks #59 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Discovery School's MySchoolScout rating?
Discovery School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Discovery School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Discovery School has 68% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is Discovery School a private school?
Yes, Discovery School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Discovery School a religious school?
No, Discovery School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 98
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (419) 756-8880
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