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Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School

Elementary School · Geneva Area City

755 Austin Rd, Geneva, OH 44041

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,449 of 3,441

In Geneva

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Geneva Area City

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Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School

5.3/10

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

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5.3/10

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About Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School

Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Geneva, OH, part of Geneva Area City. Geneva Platt R.

Spencer Elementary School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,449 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Geneva Platt R. Spencer 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,083
Chronic Absenteeism46.8%

Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School — Students at Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
42.1%
ELA
50.3%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School Compares

See how Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in OH
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.8%

Location

755 Austin Rd, Geneva, OH 44041

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Austinburg Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Austinburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Geneva, see our Geneva schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Geneva High School Geneva 1.2 mi 5.3
Geneva Middle School Geneva 1.5 mi 5.0
SPIRE ACADEMY Geneva 3.0 mi
ST JOHNS SCHOOL Ashtabula 3.4 mi 7.3
GRAND RIVER ACADEMY Austinburg 4.8 mi 7.8
Cork Elementary School Geneva 5.9 mi 7.1
Austinburg Elementary School Austinburg 5.0 mi 8.6
Lakeside Junior High School Ashtabula 6.1 mi 4.1
South Elementary School Madison 6.5 mi 7.3
Lakeside High School Ashtabula 6.2 mi 3.1
North Elementary School Madison 6.4 mi 8.0
Madison Pre-K Madison 6.5 mi 3.4
Erie Intermediate School Ashtabula 7.2 mi 3.5
Superior Intermediate School Ashtabula 7.2 mi 5.3
Michigan Primary School Ashtabula 7.2 mi 3.4
Ontario Primary School Ashtabula 7.3 mi 6.0
Huron Primary School Ashtabula 7.4 mi 3.0
Madison High School Madison 7.0 mi 4.9
Madison Middle School Madison 7.3 mi 5.2
CHRISTIAN FAITH ACADEMY Ashtabula 8.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,438

Median Home Value

$167,000

Median Rent

$816/mo

Population

13,992

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

47.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School

What grades does Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School serve?

Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School?

Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School rank in OH?

Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School ranks #2,449 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School a charter school?

No, Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Ashtabula County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.8%

District

Geneva Area City
District Enrollment
2,003
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,083
District Rank
#4 of 5

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