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#2636 of 3,441 schools in OH
Nelsonville-york Elementary School
Elementary School · Nelsonville-York City
4 Buckeye Dr, Nelsonville, OH 45764
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,636 of 3,441
In Nelsonville
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Nelsonville-York City
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Nelsonville-york Elementary School
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About Nelsonville-york Elementary School
Nelsonville-york Elementary School is a public elementary school in Nelsonville, OH, part of Nelsonville-York City. Nelsonville-york Elementary School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Nelsonville-york Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,636 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Nelsonville-york Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Nelsonville-york 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
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Nelsonville-york Elementary School — Students at Nelsonville-york Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.7/10.
How Nelsonville-york Elementary School Compares
See how Nelsonville-york Elementary 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
4 Buckeye Dr, Nelsonville, OH 45764
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nelsonville-york Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Furnace Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Union Furnace), which scores notably higher. Another option is Green Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Logan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alexander Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Albany), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nelsonville, see our Nelsonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nelsonville-York Junior High School Nelsonville | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Nelsonville-York High School Nelsonville | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Tri-County Career Center Building Nelsonville | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| The Plains Intermediate School The Plains | 6.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Trimble High School Glouster | 5.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Trimble Learning Academy Glouster | 5.8 mi | — |
| Trimble Elementary School Glouster | 5.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Athens High School The Plains | 7.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Trimble Junior High Glouster | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Millcreek Elementary School Corning | 9.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Miller High School Corning | 9.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Morrison Gordon Elementary School Athens | 10.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Athens Middle School Athens | 10.3 mi | 7.7 |
| East Elementary School Athens | 10.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Union Furnace Elementary School Union Furnace | 8.8 mi | 9.6 |
| Logan-Hocking Middle School Logan | 10.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Green Elementary School Logan | 10.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Logan High School Logan | 10.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Alexander Elementary School Albany | 15.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Alexander Jr. / Sr. High School Albany | 15.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45764 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,978
Median Home Value
$112,500
Median Rent
$761/mo
Population
7,548
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nelsonville-york Elementary School
What grades does Nelsonville-york Elementary School serve?
Nelsonville-york Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Nelsonville-york Elementary School?
Nelsonville-york Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nelsonville-york Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nelsonville-york Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nelsonville-york Elementary School rank in OH?
Nelsonville-york Elementary School ranks #2,636 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Nelsonville-york Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nelsonville-york Elementary 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 Nelsonville-york Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nelsonville-york Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Nelsonville-york Elementary School a charter school?
No, Nelsonville-york Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nelsonville-york Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Nelsonville-york Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 504
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Athens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (740) 753-5145
Resources & Links
District
Nelsonville-York City- District Enrollment
- 1,045
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,164
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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