Excellent
#283 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 8% in state
Ralph E. Waite Elementary
Elementary School · Medina City SD
4765 Cobblestone Park Drive, Medina, OH 44256
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#283 of 3,441
In Medina
#6 of 17
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Medina City SD
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ralph E. Waite Elementary
Elementary School in Medina · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ralph E. Waite Elementary
Ralph E. Waite Elementary is a public elementary school in Medina, OH, part of Medina City SD. Ralph E.
Waite Elementary serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph E. Waite Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #283 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Ralph E. Waite Elementary show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Ralph E. Waite Elementary — Students at Ralph E. Waite Elementary score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Ralph E. Waite Elementary Compares
See how Ralph E. Waite 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
4765 Cobblestone Park Drive, Medina, OH 44256
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ralph E. Waite Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heritage Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is H G Blake Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sidney Fenn Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Medina, see our Medina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| H G Blake Elementary School Medina | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Heritage Elementary School Medina | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| A. I. Root Middle School Medina | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Ella Canavan Elementary School Medina | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Garfield Elementary School Medina | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Evolve Academy Medina | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Medina | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| THE NURTURY Medina | 2.7 mi | — |
| Sidney Fenn Elementary School Medina | 2.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Claggett Middle School Medina | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Medina High School Medina | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| MEDINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Medina | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Eliza Northrop Elementary Medina | 3.7 mi | 8.3 |
| MEDINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY UPPER SCHOOL Medina | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| KINDERCARE Medina | 3.6 mi | — |
| Medina County Career Center Medina | 4.2 mi | — |
| Buckeye Intermediate School Medina | 6.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Buckeye Primary School Medina | 6.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Buckeye High School Medina | 7.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Buckeye Junior High School Medina | 7.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44256 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,345
Median Home Value
$292,000
Median Rent
$1,120/mo
Population
64,606
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
44.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alcott Elementary School Westerville, OH | 8.8 |
| Arlington Local Elementary School Arlington, OH | 8.8 |
| Black River Education Center Elementary School Sullivan, OH | 8.8 |
| Cambridge Primary School Cambridge, OH | 8.8 |
| Fairfax Elementary School Cleveland Heights, OH | 8.8 |
| Fairland West Elementary School Proctorville, OH | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ralph E. Waite Elementary
What grades does Ralph E. Waite Elementary serve?
Ralph E. Waite Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ralph E. Waite Elementary?
Ralph E. Waite Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph E. Waite Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ralph E. Waite Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ralph E. Waite Elementary rank in OH?
Ralph E. Waite Elementary ranks #283 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Ralph E. Waite Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ralph E. Waite Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Ralph E. Waite Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph E. Waite Elementary has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ralph E. Waite Elementary a charter school?
No, Ralph E. Waite Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ralph E. Waite Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ralph E. Waite Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralph E. Waite Elementary?
9.0% of students at Ralph E. Waite Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Medina County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.0%
- Phone
- (330) 636-4500
Resources & Links
District
Medina City SD- District Enrollment
- 6,095
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,116
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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