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#3091 of 3,441 schools in OH

Frank Jacinto Elementary

Elementary School · Lorain City

2515 Marshall Ave, Lorain, OH 44052

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,091 of 3,441

In Lorain

#19 of 25

public schools

In district

#13 of 15

Lorain City

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Frank Jacinto Elementary

4.0/10

Elementary School in Lorain · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lorain High School

4.6/10

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5.0/10

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About Frank Jacinto Elementary

Frank Jacinto Elementary is a public elementary school in Lorain, OH, part of Lorain City. Frank Jacinto Elementary serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank Jacinto Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,091 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Frank Jacinto Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

60% of students at Frank Jacinto Elementary 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 Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-34.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,864
Chronic Absenteeism59.9%

Frank Jacinto Elementary — Students at Frank Jacinto Elementary score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 26.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.0% (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
37%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
18.4%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Frank Jacinto Elementary Compares

See how Frank Jacinto Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
10th percentile in OH
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.9%

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

2515 Marshall Ave, Lorain, OH 44052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frank Jacinto Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walter G. Nord Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. Another option is Toni Wofford Morrison ES (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lorain, see our Lorain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lorain High School Lorain 0.2 mi 4.6
New Beginnings Lorain 0.2 mi 5.0
Toni Wofford Morrison ES Lorain 0.8 mi 7.0
ST PETER SCHOOL Lorain 0.8 mi 6.8
Washington Elementary School Lorain 0.8 mi 4.7
General Johnnie Wilson Middle School Lorain 0.8 mi 3.7
Lorain Preparatory Academy Lorain 1.0 mi 3.1
Horizon Science Academy Lorain Lorain 1.2 mi 6.4
Hawthorne Elementary School Lorain 1.2 mi 5.9
Admiral King Elementary School Lorain 1.4 mi 4.0
Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary Lorain 1.5 mi 3.4
Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle Lorain 1.5 mi 3.5
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy Lorain 1.5 mi 5.9
Garfield Elementary School Lorain 1.5 mi 6.5
Lorain Preparatory High School Lorain 1.7 mi
Durling Middle School Lorain 2.0 mi 4.8
Clearview High School Lorain 2.2 mi 5.7
Clearview Local Schools Lorain 2.2 mi 2.8
Longfellow Middle School Lorain 2.8 mi 4.5
Walter G. Nord Middle School Amherst 3.2 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,298

Median Home Value

$104,000

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

28,067

College Educated

12.3%

Homeownership

52.7%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

30.4%

Median Age

39.2

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Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown Dayton, OH 4.0
Leggett Community Learning Center Akron, OH 4.0
Mound Elementary School Cleveland, OH 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frank Jacinto Elementary

What grades does Frank Jacinto Elementary serve?

Frank Jacinto Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Frank Jacinto Elementary?

Frank Jacinto Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank Jacinto Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Frank Jacinto Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frank Jacinto Elementary rank in OH?

Frank Jacinto Elementary ranks #3,091 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Frank Jacinto Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Frank Jacinto Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Frank Jacinto Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank Jacinto Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Frank Jacinto Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Frank Jacinto Elementary a Title I school?

No, Frank Jacinto Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Lorain County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.9%

District

Lorain City
District Enrollment
6,058
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,864
District Rank
#13 of 15

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