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#1913 of 3,441 schools in OH
Pfeiffer Elementary School
Elementary School · Akron City
2081 9th St SW, Akron, OH 44314
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,913 of 3,441
In Akron
#28 of 71
public schools
In district
#18 of 45
Akron City
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Pfeiffer Elementary School
Pfeiffer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Pfeiffer Elementary School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pfeiffer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,913 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Pfeiffer Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Pfeiffer Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
56% of students at Pfeiffer 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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Pfeiffer Elementary School — Students at Pfeiffer Elementary School score 30% 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: 6.3/10.
How Pfeiffer Elementary School Compares
See how Pfeiffer 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
2081 9th St SW, Akron, OH 44314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pfeiffer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coventry Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sam Salem Community Learning Center (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Imagine Leadership Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle Elementary of Akron Akron | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Innes Community Learning Center Akron | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Rimer Community Learning Center Akron | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Reach Center Summit Lake Akron | 1.0 mi | — |
| Miller-South Visual Performing Arts Akron | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Sam Salem Community Learning Center Akron | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ELP Stewart Akron | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Imagine Akron Academy Akron | 1.3 mi | — |
| Imagine Leadership Academy Akron | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Akron Career Tech High School Akron | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Akron Alternative Academy Akron | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Helen Arnold Community Learning Center Akron | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Crouse Community Learning Center Akron | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Coventry Elementary School Akron | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Schumacher Community Learning Center Akron | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Coventry Middle School Akron | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| McEbright Community Learning Center Akron | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Firestone Park Elementary School Akron | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Buchtel Community Learning Center Akron | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,358
Median Home Value
$83,000
Median Rent
$924/mo
Population
17,292
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
39.5
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|---|---|
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Parma, OH | 6.1 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Newark, OH | 6.1 |
| COLUMBUS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbus, OH | 6.1 |
| Caledonia Elementary School Cleveland Heights, OH | 6.1 |
| Glendale Elementary School Cincinnati, OH | 6.1 |
| Imagine Columbus Primary Academy Columbus, OH | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pfeiffer Elementary School
What grades does Pfeiffer Elementary School serve?
Pfeiffer Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pfeiffer Elementary School?
Pfeiffer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pfeiffer Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pfeiffer Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pfeiffer Elementary School rank in OH?
Pfeiffer Elementary School ranks #1,913 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Pfeiffer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pfeiffer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Pfeiffer Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pfeiffer Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pfeiffer Elementary School a charter school?
No, Pfeiffer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pfeiffer Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Pfeiffer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Summit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.4%
- Phone
- (330) 848-5244
Resources & Links
District
Akron City- District Enrollment
- 19,982
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,553
- District Rank
- #18 of 45
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