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Rosa Parks Elementary School

Elementary School · Middletown City

1210 S Verity Pkwy, Middletown, OH 45044

Enrollment

555

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

2.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,407 of 3,441

In Middletown

#17 of 18

public schools

In district

#10 of 10

Middletown City

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Rosa Parks Elementary School

2.7/10

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

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About Rosa Parks Elementary School

Rosa Parks Elementary School is a public elementary school in Middletown, OH, part of Middletown City. Rosa Parks Elementary School serves approximately 555 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rosa Parks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,407 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Rosa Parks Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

66% of students at Rosa Parks 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,554
Chronic Absenteeism65.9%

Rosa Parks Elementary School — Students at Rosa Parks Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.2% (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
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
14%
2022
Math
10.8%
ELA
20.5%

* 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 Rosa Parks Elementary School Compares

See how Rosa Parks Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.7/10
1th percentile in OH
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.9%

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

1210 S Verity Pkwy, Middletown, OH 45044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rosa Parks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Madison Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monroe Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summit Acdy Comm Schl for Alternative Learners of Middletown (rated 6.9/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy Middletown 0.8 mi 5.0
Amanda Elementary School Middletown 1.7 mi 5.7
Summit Academy Secondary School - Middletown Middletown 1.7 mi 6.2
Mayfield Elementary School Middletown 2.2 mi 4.8
Madison Junior High Middletown 2.7 mi 7.2
Madison High School Middletown 2.7 mi 6.8
Madison Elementary School Middletown 2.7 mi 8.4
Highview 6th Grade Center Middletown 2.4 mi 4.0
Wildwood Elementary School Middletown 2.7 mi 4.1
ST JOHN XXIII CATHOLIC SCHOOL Middletown 3.1 mi 6.0
Edgewood Primary School Trenton 3.3 mi 6.3
Monroe High School Monroe 4.0 mi 5.6
Monroe Junior High School Monroe 4.1 mi 7.0
Monroe Elementary School Monroe 4.1 mi 7.8
Middletown Middle School Middletown 3.5 mi 4.2
Central Academy Nongraded Elementary School Middletown 3.5 mi 5.1
Butler Tech Natural Science Center Monroe 4.3 mi 5.5
Marshall High School Middletown 3.5 mi 2.6
Middletown High School Middletown 3.6 mi 3.3
Summit Acdy Comm Schl for Alternative Learners of Middletown Middletown 3.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,942

Median Home Value

$230,400

Median Rent

$1,034/mo

Population

54,452

College Educated

30.1%

Homeownership

62.8%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

36.6

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Orion Academy Cincinnati, OH 2.8
Garfield Elementary School Toledo, OH 2.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rosa Parks Elementary School

What grades does Rosa Parks Elementary School serve?

Rosa Parks Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rosa Parks Elementary School?

Rosa Parks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 555 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rosa Parks Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rosa Parks Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rosa Parks Elementary School rank in OH?

Rosa Parks Elementary School ranks #3,407 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Rosa Parks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rosa Parks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Rosa Parks Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rosa Parks Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rosa Parks Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Rosa Parks Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Rosa Parks Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Butler County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.9%

District

Middletown City
District Enrollment
5,978
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,554
District Rank
#10 of 10

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