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#3268 of 3,441 schools in OH

Michigan Primary School

Elementary School · Ashtabula Area City

2304 Wade Ave, Ashtabula, OH 44004

Enrollment

393

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 1st

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,268 of 3,441

In Ashtabula

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Ashtabula Area City

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Michigan Primary School

3.4/10

Elementary School in Ashtabula · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.5/10

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5.3/10

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About Michigan Primary School

Michigan Primary School is a public elementary school in Ashtabula, OH, part of Ashtabula Area City. Michigan Primary School serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Michigan Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,268 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Michigan Primary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Michigan 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-5.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2017
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2017 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2017 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2017 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2017 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,337
Chronic Absenteeism33.3%

Michigan Primary School — Students at Michigan Primary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2016-17)

Math Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
22%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.

How Michigan Primary School Compares

See how Michigan Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in OH
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

Location

2304 Wade Ave, Ashtabula, OH 44004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Michigan Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Austinburg Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Austinburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kingsville Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Kingsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ontario Primary School (rated 6.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ashtabula, see our Ashtabula schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Erie Intermediate School Ashtabula 0.1 mi 3.5
Superior Intermediate School Ashtabula 0.1 mi 5.3
Ontario Primary School Ashtabula 0.1 mi 6.0
Huron Primary School Ashtabula 0.1 mi 3.0
Lakeside High School Ashtabula 1.9 mi 3.1
Lakeside Junior High School Ashtabula 2.0 mi 4.1
CHRISTIAN FAITH ACADEMY Ashtabula 1.7 mi 7.1
Wallace H Braden Middle School Ashtabula 2.3 mi 4.2
Ridgeview Elementary School Ashtabula 2.7 mi 5.7
ST JOHNS SCHOOL Ashtabula 4.2 mi 7.3
Edgewood High School Ashtabula 4.5 mi 5.1
GRAND RIVER ACADEMY Austinburg 7.2 mi 7.8
Austinburg Elementary School Austinburg 7.3 mi 8.6
Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School Geneva 7.2 mi 5.3
Geneva High School Geneva 7.6 mi 5.3
Jefferson Area Local Schools Online Jefferson 9.7 mi
Kingsville Elementary School Kingsville 7.4 mi 6.8
Jefferson Area Sr High School Jefferson 9.8 mi 5.6
Jefferson Area Junior High School Jefferson 9.8 mi 5.4
Geneva Middle School Geneva 8.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,507

Median Home Value

$120,300

Median Rent

$813/mo

Population

31,076

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

43.4

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Eakin Elementary School Columbus, OH 3.4
Leverette Elementary School Toledo, OH 3.4
Orchard School Cleveland, OH 3.4
Sunbeam Cleveland, OH 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Michigan Primary School

What grades does Michigan Primary School serve?

Michigan Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.

How many students attend Michigan Primary School?

Michigan Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Michigan Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Michigan Primary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Michigan Primary School rank in OH?

Michigan Primary School ranks #3,268 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Michigan Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Michigan Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Michigan Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Michigan Primary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

Is Michigan Primary School a charter school?

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

Is Michigan Primary School a Title I school?

No, Michigan Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Ashtabula County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

District

Ashtabula Area City
District Enrollment
2,883
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,337
District Rank
#5 of 7

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