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Eastern Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · Elyria City Schools

528 Garford Ave, Elyria, OH 44035

Enrollment

547

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,317 of 3,441

In Elyria

#2 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

Elyria City Schools

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Eastern Heights Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Elyria · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Eastern Heights Middle School

4.1/10

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3.2/10

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About Eastern Heights Elementary School

Eastern Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Elyria, OH, part of Elyria City Schools. Eastern Heights Elementary School serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Eastern Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,317 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Eastern Heights Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Eastern Heights Elementary School — Students at Eastern Heights Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.5% (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
75%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
38.8%
ELA
46.6%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Eastern Heights Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in OH
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

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

528 Garford Ave, Elyria, OH 44035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eastern Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Midview North Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Grafton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwood Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Midview West Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Grafton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elyria, see our Elyria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Eastern Heights Middle School Elyria 0.0 mi 4.1
Ely Elementary School Elyria 1.1 mi 3.2
Elyria High School Elyria 0.9 mi 4.6
Hamilton Elementary School Elyria 1.1 mi 4.4
ST JUDE SCHOOL Elyria 1.4 mi 7.7
Constellation Schools: Elyria Community Elyria 1.5 mi 4.7
Northwood Middle School Elyria 2.1 mi 5.3
Northwood Elementary School Elyria 2.1 mi 8.0
Black River Career Prep High School Elyria 2.9 mi 2.9
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elyria 3.1 mi 7.5
LAKE RIDGE ACADEMY North Ridgeville 3.0 mi 9.2
Westwood Elementary School Elyria 3.5 mi 4.9
Westwood Middle School Elyria 3.5 mi 5.5
Elyria Early Childhood Center Elyria 3.7 mi 4.0
Vincent Elementary School Lorain 4.2 mi 5.0
Midview High School Grafton 4.3 mi 6.0
Midview Virtual Programming Grafton 4.3 mi
Midview Middle School Grafton 4.6 mi 6.9
Midview North Elementary School Grafton 4.5 mi 8.9
Midview West Elementary School Grafton 4.6 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,362

Median Home Value

$147,600

Median Rent

$871/mo

Population

62,024

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eastern Heights Elementary School

What grades does Eastern Heights Elementary School serve?

Eastern Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Eastern Heights Elementary School?

Eastern Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastern Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eastern Heights 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 Eastern Heights Elementary School rank in OH?

Eastern Heights Elementary School ranks #2,317 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Eastern Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eastern Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Eastern Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eastern Heights Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Eastern Heights Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Eastern Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Lorain County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

District

Elyria City Schools
District Enrollment
5,733
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,206
District Rank
#2 of 10

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