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#2908 of 3,441 schools in OH

Harvard Elementary School

Elementary School · Toledo City

1949 Glendale Ave, Toledo, OH 43614

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,908 of 3,441

In Toledo

#45 of 94

public schools

In district

#21 of 54

Toledo City

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Harvard Elementary School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Toledo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harvard Elementary School

Harvard Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toledo, OH, part of Toledo City. Harvard Elementary School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,908 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Harvard Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Harvard 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 Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,542
Chronic Absenteeism44.2%

Harvard Elementary School — Students at Harvard Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
28.9%
ELA
42.1%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Harvard Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in OH
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.2%

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

1949 Glendale Ave, Toledo, OH 43614

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harvard Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Escuela SMART Academy (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Rossford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beverly Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toledo, see our Toledo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Toledo 0.7 mi 5.3
TOLEDO CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Toledo 0.9 mi 7.3
Bowsher High School Toledo 1.0 mi 4.2
Arlington Elementary School Toledo 1.1 mi 3.2
Beverly Elementary School Toledo 1.2 mi 6.1
Explorers Academy of Science and Technology Toledo 1.6 mi 1.8
Burroughs Elementary School Toledo 1.6 mi 4.1
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rossford 1.6 mi 6.9
Walbridge Elementary School Toledo 1.8 mi 3.8
Penta Career Center - on campus Perrysburg 1.9 mi 5.4
Rossford High School Rossford 1.7 mi 5.5
Rossford Junior High School Rossford 1.7 mi 5.5
Toledo Preparatory and Fitness Academy Toledo 2.1 mi 5.7
Byrnedale Elementary School Toledo 2.0 mi 4.5
Pickett Elementary School Toledo 2.7 mi 4.0
The Autism Academy Of Learning Toledo 2.4 mi 4.7
Fort Miami Elementary School Maumee 2.7 mi 5.9
Escuela SMART Academy Toledo 2.5 mi 7.6
Crossgates Pre-School Toledo 2.3 mi 2.9
Marshall STEMM Academy Toledo 2.6 mi 2.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,253

Median Home Value

$160,600

Median Rent

$887/mo

Population

29,396

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

58%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harvard Elementary School

What grades does Harvard Elementary School serve?

Harvard Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Harvard Elementary School?

Harvard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvard Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harvard Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harvard Elementary School rank in OH?

Harvard Elementary School ranks #2,908 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Harvard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harvard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Harvard Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harvard Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harvard Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Harvard Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lucas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.2%

District

Toledo City
District Enrollment
21,047
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,542
District Rank
#21 of 54

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