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#3119 of 3,441 schools in OH

Firestone Park Elementary School

Elementary School · Akron City

1479 Girard St, Akron, OH 44301

Enrollment

311

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,119 of 3,441

In Akron

#60 of 71

public schools

In district

#38 of 45

Akron City

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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3.9/10

Elementary School in Akron · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Firestone Park Elementary School

Firestone Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Firestone Park Elementary School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Firestone Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,119 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Firestone Park Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Firestone Park 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 Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,553
Chronic Absenteeism47.3%

Firestone Park Elementary School — Students at Firestone Park Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.2% (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
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
15.7%
ELA
36%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Firestone Park Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
9th percentile in OH
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.3%

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

1479 Girard St, Akron, OH 44301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Firestone Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rimer Community Learning Center (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Voris Community Learning Center (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McEbright Community Learning Center (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,134

Median Home Value

$103,400

Median Rent

$990/mo

Population

14,081

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.8%

Median Age

34.6

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Monroe Preparatory Academy Sandusky, OH 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Firestone Park Elementary School

What grades does Firestone Park Elementary School serve?

Firestone Park Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Firestone Park Elementary School?

Firestone Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Firestone Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Firestone Park Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Firestone Park Elementary School rank in OH?

Firestone Park Elementary School ranks #3,119 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Firestone Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Firestone Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Firestone Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Firestone Park Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Firestone Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Firestone Park Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.3%

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