Excellent
#285 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 8% in state
Sharpsburg Elementary
Elementary School · Norwood City
4400 Smith Rd, Norwood, OH 45212
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#285 of 3,441
In Norwood
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Norwood City
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Sharpsburg Elementary
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About Sharpsburg Elementary
Sharpsburg Elementary is a public elementary school in Norwood, OH, part of Norwood City. Sharpsburg Elementary serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharpsburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Sharpsburg Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Sharpsburg 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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Sharpsburg Elementary — Students at Sharpsburg Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Sharpsburg Elementary Compares
See how Sharpsburg 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
4400 Smith Rd, Norwood, OH 45212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sharpsburg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hyde Park School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Williams Avenue Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norwood, see our Norwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ACADEMY Cincinnati | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| The Norwood Montessori School Norwood | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Norwood Middle School Norwood | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Williams Avenue Elementary School Norwood | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Norwood High School Norwood | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Withrow University High School Cincinnati | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Norwood View Elementary School Norwood | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Hyde Park School Cincinnati | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ST ALOYSIUS EDUCATION CENTER Cincinnati | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Academy Of World Languages School Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Clark Montessori High School Cincinnati | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Alliance Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| THE SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Pleasant Ridge Montessori School Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Bond Hill Academy Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Evanston Academy Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| T.C.P. World Academy Cincinnati | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,698
Median Home Value
$229,400
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
21,007
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Local Elementary School Arlington, OH | 8.8 |
| BETHANY SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH | 8.8 |
| Columbia Elementary School Mount Vernon, OH | 8.8 |
| Fairfax Elementary School Cleveland Heights, OH | 8.8 |
| Fairland West Elementary School Proctorville, OH | 8.8 |
| Fernway Elementary School Shaker Heights, OH | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sharpsburg Elementary
What grades does Sharpsburg Elementary serve?
Sharpsburg Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sharpsburg Elementary?
Sharpsburg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharpsburg Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sharpsburg Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sharpsburg Elementary rank in OH?
Sharpsburg Elementary ranks #285 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Sharpsburg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sharpsburg 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 Sharpsburg Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sharpsburg Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Sharpsburg Elementary a charter school?
No, Sharpsburg Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sharpsburg Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sharpsburg Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (513) 924-2650
Resources & Links
District
Norwood City- District Enrollment
- 1,680
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,290
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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