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#378 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 11% in state

Gordon Dewitt Elementary School

Elementary School · Cuyahoga Falls City

425 Falls Ave, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

Enrollment

357

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#378 of 3,441

In Cuyahoga Falls

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

Cuyahoga Falls City

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Gordon Dewitt Elementary School

8.6/10

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

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About Gordon Dewitt Elementary School

Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, part of Cuyahoga Falls City. Gordon Dewitt Elementary School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gordon Dewitt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #378 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Gordon Dewitt Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,358
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Gordon Dewitt Elementary School — Students at Gordon Dewitt Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
86%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
86%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
72.2%
ELA
72.6%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Gordon Dewitt Elementary School Compares

See how Gordon Dewitt Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
89th percentile in OH
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

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

425 Falls Ave, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gordon Dewitt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Silver Lake Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Silver Lake), with a very similar rating. Another option is Richardson Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Elizabeth Price Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cuyahoga Falls, see our Cuyahoga Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Cuyahoga Falls 0.1 mi 7.3
REDEEMER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cuyahoga Falls 0.3 mi 7.1
Cuyahoga Falls High School Cuyahoga Falls 0.5 mi 4.7
Bolich Middle School Cuyahoga Falls 1.0 mi 5.6
Preston Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls 1.0 mi 8.0
Harris/Jackson Community Learning Center Akron 1.3 mi 6.1
Richardson Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls 1.2 mi 8.2
Elizabeth Price Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls 1.2 mi 8.1
Lincoln Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls 1.6 mi 7.4
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Cuyahoga Falls 1.4 mi 6.8
CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (NORTH CAMPUS) Cuyahoga Falls 1.5 mi 7.8
Steel Academy Akron 1.9 mi 5.9
North High School Akron 2.1 mi 3.9
Roberts Middle School Cuyahoga Falls 2.1 mi 5.5
Silver Lake Elementary School Silver Lake 2.1 mi 8.4
Jennings Community Learning Center Akron 2.2 mi 4.9
Forest Hill Community Learning Center Akron 2.4 mi 5.5
Schnee Learning Center Cuyahoga Falls 1.8 mi 4.0
Cascade Career Prep High School Akron 2.4 mi 5.3
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 2.6 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,893

Median Home Value

$160,400

Median Rent

$1,026/mo

Population

29,342

College Educated

31.5%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

36.1

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Hazel Harvey Elementary School Doylestown, OH 8.6
Highland Elementary School Stow, OH 8.6
Hoffman Trails Elementary School Hilliard, OH 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gordon Dewitt Elementary School

What grades does Gordon Dewitt Elementary School serve?

Gordon Dewitt Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?

Gordon Dewitt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gordon Dewitt Elementary School rank in OH?

Gordon Dewitt Elementary School ranks #378 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Gordon Dewitt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gordon Dewitt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gordon Dewitt Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gordon Dewitt Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Gordon Dewitt Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?

61.3% of students at Gordon Dewitt Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

Cuyahoga Falls City
District Enrollment
4,036
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,358
District Rank
#1 of 9

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