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#477 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 14% in state

Samuel Bissell Elementary School

Elementary School · Twinsburg City

1811 Glenwood Dr, Twinsburg, OH 44087

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

8.5

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#477 of 3,441

In Twinsburg

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Twinsburg City

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Samuel Bissell Elementary School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Twinsburg · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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7.5/10

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About Samuel Bissell Elementary School

Samuel Bissell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Twinsburg, OH, part of Twinsburg City. Samuel Bissell Elementary School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Samuel Bissell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #477 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Samuel Bissell Elementary School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+26.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,530
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Samuel Bissell Elementary School — Students at Samuel Bissell Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 86.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.3% (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
91%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
82%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Samuel Bissell Elementary School Compares

See how Samuel Bissell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
86th percentile in OH
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

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

1811 Glenwood Dr, Twinsburg, OH 44087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Samuel Bissell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grace L Roxbury Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Solon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkside Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Solon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dorothy E Lewis Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Solon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Twinsburg, see our Twinsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Geo G Dodge Elementary School Twinsburg 1.3 mi 8.6
R B Chamberlin Middle School Twinsburg 1.5 mi 7.5
Twinsburg High School Twinsburg 1.8 mi 7.8
Ledgeview Elementary School Macedonia 1.9 mi 9.2
Wilcox Elementary School Twinsburg 2.1 mi 6.5
Grace L Roxbury Elementary School Solon 2.5 mi 9.6
Orchard Middle School Solon 2.6 mi 9.7
Parkside Elementary School Solon 2.6 mi 9.5
Solon High School Solon 2.8 mi 8.7
Solon Middle School Solon 2.7 mi 9.4
Joseph V. Regano Early Learning Center Solon 3.1 mi 7.5
Solon Academy Solon 3.4 mi 5.2
Nordonia High School Macedonia 3.6 mi 7.3
Nordonia Digital Knights Academy Macedonia 3.6 mi
Carylwood Intermediate School Bedford 3.6 mi 5.3
Lee Eaton Intermediate School Northfield 3.3 mi 8.8
LAWRENCE SCHOOL-UPPER SCHOOL CAMPUS Northfield 3.6 mi 9.0
Heskett Middle School Bedford 4.6 mi 4.5
Dorothy E Lewis Elementary School Solon 4.8 mi 9.5
Nordonia Middle School Northfield 4.1 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,810

Median Home Value

$290,500

Median Rent

$1,333/mo

Population

21,930

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Samuel Bissell Elementary School

What grades does Samuel Bissell Elementary School serve?

Samuel Bissell Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Samuel Bissell Elementary School?

Samuel Bissell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Samuel Bissell Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Samuel Bissell Elementary School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Samuel Bissell Elementary School rank in OH?

Samuel Bissell Elementary School ranks #477 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Samuel Bissell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Samuel Bissell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Samuel Bissell Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Samuel Bissell Elementary School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Samuel Bissell Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Samuel Bissell Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Samuel Bissell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Samuel Bissell Elementary School?

27.0% of students at Samuel Bissell 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

Twinsburg City
District Enrollment
3,944
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,530
District Rank
#2 of 5

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