Average
#1801 of 3,441 schools in OH
Kirkmere School
Elementary School · Youngstown City
2851 Kirk Rd, Youngstown, OH 44511
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,801 of 3,441
In Youngstown
#14 of 38
public schools
In district
#2 of 15
Youngstown City
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Kirkmere School
Kirkmere School is a public elementary school in Youngstown, OH, part of Youngstown City. Kirkmere School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Kirkmere School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,801 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Kirkmere School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kirkmere School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
79% of students at Kirkmere 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
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Kirkmere School — Students at Kirkmere School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Kirkmere School Compares
See how Kirkmere School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2851 Kirk Rd, Youngstown, OH 44511
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kirkmere School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Austintown Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Boulevard Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hilltop Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Canfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Youngstown, see our Youngstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44511 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,055
Median Home Value
$110,700
Median Rent
$818/mo
Population
18,919
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
46
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| Addaville Elementary School Gallipolis, OH | 6.3 |
| Beacon Academy Canton, OH | 6.3 |
| Bundy Elementary School Wellston, OH | 6.3 |
| Chase School Cincinnati, OH | 6.3 |
| Crim Elementary School Bowling Green, OH | 6.3 |
| E J Blott Elementary School Youngstown, OH | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kirkmere School
What grades does Kirkmere School serve?
Kirkmere School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kirkmere School?
Kirkmere School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kirkmere School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kirkmere School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kirkmere School rank in OH?
Kirkmere School ranks #1,801 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Kirkmere School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kirkmere School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Kirkmere School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kirkmere School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Kirkmere School a charter school?
No, Kirkmere School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kirkmere School a Title I school?
No, Kirkmere School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mahoning County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.8%
- Phone
- (330) 744-7725
Resources & Links
District
Youngstown City- District Enrollment
- 4,455
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,791
- District Rank
- #2 of 15
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