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Longfellow Elementary School

Elementary School · Toledo City

1955 W Laskey Rd, Toledo, OH 43613

Enrollment

516

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,326 of 3,441

In Toledo

#81 of 94

public schools

In district

#47 of 54

Toledo City

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Longfellow Elementary School

3.2/10

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

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4.1/10

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About Longfellow Elementary School

Longfellow Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toledo, OH, part of Toledo City. Longfellow Elementary School serves approximately 516 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,326 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Longfellow 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 Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,542
Chronic Absenteeism44.6%

Longfellow Elementary School — Students at Longfellow Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.1% (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
74%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
18.6%
ELA
29.5%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Longfellow Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.2/10
3th percentile in OH
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

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

1955 W Laskey Rd, Toledo, OH 43613

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hope Learning Academy of Toledo (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elmhurst Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toledo, see our Toledo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Start High School Toledo 0.2 mi 4.1
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Toledo 0.5 mi 7.9
Silver Creek Elementary School Toledo 0.8 mi 3.2
Larchmont Elementary School Toledo 0.8 mi 3.6
Horizon Science Academy Toledo Toledo 0.9 mi 5.9
DeVeaux Elementary School Toledo 1.0 mi 4.4
McKinley STEMM Academy Toledo 1.4 mi 3.9
Toledo Technology Academy High School Toledo 1.4 mi 8.6
Toledo Pre-Medical and Health Science Academy Toledo 1.4 mi
Elmhurst Elementary School Toledo 1.1 mi 8.1
Whitmer High School Toledo 1.4 mi 4.3
Jefferson Junior High School Toledo 1.4 mi 3.9
Hope Learning Academy of Toledo Toledo 1.6 mi 8.2
Hiawatha Elementary School Toledo 1.5 mi 4.2
Washington Junior High School Toledo 1.6 mi 3.8
Whittier Elementary School Toledo 1.5 mi 3.3
Autism Model School Toledo 1.6 mi 4.2
Ann Jerkins-Harris Academy of Excellence Toledo 1.6 mi 5.5
Discovery Academy Toledo 1.9 mi 6.4
Meadowvale Elementary School Toledo 1.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,425

Median Home Value

$125,300

Median Rent

$895/mo

Population

30,597

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

17.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

35.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Almira Cleveland, OH 3.2
Arlington Elementary School Toledo, OH 3.2
Ely Elementary School Elyria, OH 3.2
Sherman Elementary School Mansfield, OH 3.2
Silver Creek Elementary School Toledo, OH 3.2
Waverly Elementary School Cleveland, OH 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longfellow Elementary School

What grades does Longfellow Elementary School serve?

Longfellow Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?

Longfellow Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 516 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow Elementary School rank in OH?

Longfellow Elementary School ranks #3,326 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Longfellow Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Longfellow Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Longfellow Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Longfellow Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
516
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lucas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

District

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

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