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Park Avenue Elementary School

Elementary School · Mount Gilead Exempted Village

335 Park Ave, Mount Gilead, OH 43338

Enrollment

495

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,803 of 3,441

In Mount Gilead

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Mount Gilead Exempted Village

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Park Avenue Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Mount Gilead · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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5.5/10

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About Park Avenue Elementary School

Park Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mount Gilead, OH, part of Mount Gilead Exempted Village. Park Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,803 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Park Avenue Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below OH schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Park Avenue Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,812
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Park Avenue Elementary School — Students at Park Avenue Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (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
70%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
47.3%
ELA
55.2%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Park Avenue Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in OH
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

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

335 Park Ave, Mount Gilead, OH 43338

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Caledonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Marengo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northmor Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Galion), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Gilead, see our Mount Gilead schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Mt Gilead Middle School Mount Gilead 0.1 mi 6.0
Mt Gilead High School Mount Gilead 0.1 mi 5.5
GILEAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-ELEMENTARY Mount Gilead 0.8 mi 7.6
GILEAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH Mount Gilead 2.6 mi 7.4
Tomorrow Center Cardington 4.9 mi 5.5
Cardington-Lincoln Middle School Cardington 4.9 mi 7.7
Cardington-Lincoln High School Cardington 4.9 mi 5.2
Cardington-Lincoln Elementary School Cardington 5.1 mi 5.3
Northmor Elementary School Galion 6.9 mi 7.2
Northmor High School Galion 6.9 mi 8.0
Liberty Elementary School Caledonia 8.6 mi 7.5
River Valley Middle School Caledonia 9.7 mi 6.5
River Valley High School Caledonia 9.8 mi 5.8
Buckeye Valley East Elementary School Ashley 11.7 mi 6.8
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galion 12.7 mi 6.8
Galion Middle School Galion 12.9 mi 5.5
Galion High School Galion 12.9 mi 5.9
Primary Elementary School Galion 13.0 mi 6.5
Intermediate Elementary School Galion 13.0 mi 6.5
Highland Elementary School Marengo 12.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43338 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,794

Median Home Value

$212,100

Median Rent

$821/mo

Population

10,394

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

77.6%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

44.6

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Addaville Elementary School Gallipolis, OH 6.3
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Crim Elementary School Bowling Green, OH 6.3
E J Blott Elementary School Youngstown, OH 6.3
Edgewood Primary School Trenton, OH 6.3
Edison Elementary School Willoughby, OH 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Avenue Elementary School

What grades does Park Avenue Elementary School serve?

Park Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Park Avenue Elementary School?

Park Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park Avenue Elementary School rank in OH?

Park Avenue Elementary School ranks #1,803 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Park Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Park Avenue Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Avenue Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Park Avenue Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Park Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Avenue Elementary School?

49.9% of students at Park Avenue Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Morrow County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

District

Mount Gilead Exempted Village
District Enrollment
1,001
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,812
District Rank
#1 of 3

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