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#1083 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 31% in state

National Road

Elementary School · Zanesville City

3505 East Pike, Zanesville, OH 43701

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,083 of 3,441

In Zanesville

#3 of 17

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Zanesville City

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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National Road

7.4/10

Elementary School in Zanesville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About National Road

National Road is a public elementary school in Zanesville, OH, part of Zanesville City. National Road serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. National Road has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,083 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for National Road show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at National Road 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 Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,849
Chronic Absenteeism34.2%

National Road — Students at National Road score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.7% (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
62%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
57.8%
ELA
39.8%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How National Road Compares

See how National Road performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
69th percentile in OH
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.2%

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

3505 East Pike, Zanesville, OH 43701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering National Road may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Duncan Falls Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Duncan Falls), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BISHOP FENWICK SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John McIntire Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Zanesville, see our Zanesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Zanesville Campus Zanesville 2.5 mi 5.1
ZANESVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Zanesville 2.7 mi
BISHOP ROSECRANS HIGH SCHOOL Zanesville 3.4 mi 7.3
BISHOP FENWICK SCHOOL Zanesville 3.5 mi 8.3
Zanesville Community High School Zanesville 4.2 mi 5.8
Philo High School Duncan Falls 5.2 mi 5.7
Perry Elementary School Zanesville 4.2 mi 4.8
Zanesville Middle School Zanesville 4.3 mi 4.5
Duncan Falls Elementary School Duncan Falls 5.6 mi 8.4
Zanesville High School Zanesville 4.4 mi 4.0
John McIntire Elementary School Zanesville 4.4 mi 8.3
Zane Grey Elementary School Zanesville 4.8 mi 6.1
Philo Junior High School Philo 6.6 mi 5.7
Adamsville Elementary School Adamsville 8.1 mi 6.6
Foxfire High School Zanesville 7.2 mi 3.5
Foxfire Intermediate School Zanesville 7.2 mi 7.0
Maysville Elementary School Zanesville 8.0 mi 8.3
Maysville High School Zanesville 8.0 mi 4.7
Maysville Middle School Zanesville 8.0 mi 4.9
Maysville O TAGS Zanesville 8.0 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,900

Median Home Value

$164,200

Median Rent

$819/mo

Population

55,674

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

40.7

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Cookson Elementary School Troy, OH 7.4
Craddock Elementary School Aurora, OH 7.4
Crestwood Primary School Mantua, OH 7.4
Crissey Elementary School Holland, OH 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about National Road

What grades does National Road serve?

National Road serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend National Road?

National Road has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at National Road?

The student-teacher ratio at National Road is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does National Road rank in OH?

National Road ranks #1,083 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is National Road's MySchoolScout rating?

National Road has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 National Road?

Based on loaded state assessment records, National Road has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is National Road a charter school?

No, National Road is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is National Road a Title I school?

No, National Road is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
9 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Muskingum County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.2%

District

Zanesville City
District Enrollment
2,956
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,849
District Rank
#2 of 5

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