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#2162 of 3,441 schools in OH
Portsmouth Elementary
Elementary School · Portsmouth City
514 Union St, Portsmouth, OH 45662
Enrollment
761
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
761
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,162 of 3,441
In Portsmouth
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Portsmouth City
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Portsmouth Elementary
Portsmouth Elementary is a public elementary school in Portsmouth, OH, part of Portsmouth City. Portsmouth Elementary serves approximately 761 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Portsmouth Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,162 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Portsmouth Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Portsmouth Elementary 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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Portsmouth Elementary — Students at Portsmouth Elementary score 34% 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: 5.4/10.
How Portsmouth Elementary Compares
See how Portsmouth Elementary 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
514 Union St, Portsmouth, OH 45662
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portsmouth Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clay Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NOTRE DAME (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Portsmouth West Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby West Portsmouth), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,345
Median Home Value
$98,100
Median Rent
$756/mo
Population
26,972
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
32.8%
Median Age
39.6
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| Adena Elementary School West Chester, OH | 5.8 |
| Elmwood Elementary School Lima, OH | 5.8 |
| Kiser Elementary School Dayton, OH | 5.8 |
| Madison South Elementary School Mansfield, OH | 5.8 |
| North Dayton School of Discovery Dayton, OH | 5.8 |
| ST HILARY SCHOOL Fairlawn, OH | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portsmouth Elementary
What grades does Portsmouth Elementary serve?
Portsmouth Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Portsmouth Elementary?
Portsmouth Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 761 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Portsmouth Elementary rank in OH?
Portsmouth Elementary ranks #2,162 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Portsmouth Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Portsmouth Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Portsmouth Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Portsmouth Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Portsmouth Elementary a charter school?
No, Portsmouth Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Portsmouth Elementary a Title I school?
No, Portsmouth Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 761
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Scioto County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.9%
- Phone
- (740) 353-6719
Resources & Links
District
Portsmouth City- District Enrollment
- 1,547
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,597
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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