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#2665 of 3,441 schools in OH
Longfellow Primary School
Elementary School · Sidney City
1250 Park St, Sidney, OH 45365
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,665 of 3,441
In Sidney
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Sidney City
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Longfellow Primary School
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About Longfellow Primary School
Longfellow Primary School is a public elementary school in Sidney, OH, part of Sidney City. Longfellow Primary School serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,665 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Primary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Longfellow Primary School runs 20.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
36% of students at Longfellow Primary 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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Longfellow Primary School — Students at Longfellow Primary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Longfellow Primary School Compares
See how Longfellow Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1250 Park St, Sidney, OH 45365
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longfellow Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anna Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Anna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairlawn Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sidney, see our Sidney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northwood Intermediate School Sidney | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Emerson Primary School Sidney | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Sidney High School Sidney | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Jacket Virtual Academy Sidney | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Sidney Middle School Sidney | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LEHMAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sidney | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Sidney | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Whittier Early Childhood Center Sidney | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Fairlawn Elementary School Sidney | 5.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Fairlawn High School Sidney | 5.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Anna High School Anna | 7.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Anna Middle School Anna | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Anna Elementary School Anna | 7.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Piqua Junior High School Piqua | 9.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Piqua High School Piqua | 9.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Upper Valley Career Center Piqua | 9.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Springcreek Primary Elementary School Piqua | 9.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NICHOLAS SCHOOL Piqua | 10.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Piqua Central Intermediate School Piqua | 10.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PIQUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Piqua | 10.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45365 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,044
Median Home Value
$173,000
Median Rent
$899/mo
Population
28,955
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
41.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barack Obama School Maple Heights, OH | 5.0 |
| Burroughs Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.0 |
| David Hill Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 5.0 |
| East Preparatory Academy Cleveland, OH | 5.0 |
| Forest Park Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.0 |
| Glover Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longfellow Primary School
What grades does Longfellow Primary School serve?
Longfellow Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Longfellow Primary School?
Longfellow Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Primary School is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longfellow Primary School rank in OH?
Longfellow Primary School ranks #2,665 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Longfellow Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Longfellow Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Primary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Longfellow Primary School a charter school?
No, Longfellow Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longfellow Primary School a Title I school?
No, Longfellow Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow Primary School?
80.2% of students at Longfellow Primary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (937) 497-2264
Resources & Links
District
Sidney City- District Enrollment
- 3,123
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,769
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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