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Very Good

#808 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 24% in state

South Elementary School

Elementary School · Upper Sandusky Exempted Village

444 S 8th St, Upper Sandusky, OH 43351

Enrollment

135

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#808 of 3,441

In Upper Sandusky

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Upper Sandusky Exempted Village

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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South Elementary School

7.9/10

Elementary School in Upper Sandusky · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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7.8/10

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About South Elementary School

South Elementary School is a public elementary school in Upper Sandusky, OH, part of Upper Sandusky Exempted Village. South Elementary School serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #808 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for South Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 135 students, South Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,286
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

South Elementary School — Students at South Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
75.9%
ELA
62.7%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How South Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
77th percentile in OH
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Location

444 S 8th St, Upper Sandusky, OH 43351

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mohawk Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Sycamore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vanlue Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Vanlue), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverdale Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Mt. Blanchard), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Upper Sandusky, see our Upper Sandusky schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Union Elementary School Upper Sandusky 0.6 mi 8.3
Upper Sandusky Middle School Upper Sandusky 0.6 mi 7.8
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Upper Sandusky 0.6 mi 5.9
ST PETER SCHOOL Upper Sandusky 0.6 mi 6.3
East Elementary School Upper Sandusky 0.9 mi 8.5
Upper Sandusky High School Upper Sandusky 1.3 mi 6.2
Carey High School Carey 10.1 mi 6.9
Carey Elementary School Carey 10.1 mi 8.3
OUR LADY OF CONSOLATION SCHOOL Carey 10.5 mi 5.5
Mohawk High School Sycamore 12.9 mi 8.8
Mohawk Elementary School Sycamore 12.9 mi 9.5
Ridgedale Jr/Sr High School Morral 13.3 mi 7.1
Ridgedale Elementary School Morral 13.3 mi 7.3
New Riegel Elementary School New Riegel 16.3 mi 8.6
New Riegel High School New Riegel 16.3 mi 7.4
Riverdale Elementary School Mt. Blanchard 12.6 mi 5.8
Riverdale Elementary School Mt. Blanchard 12.6 mi 8.7
Riverdale High School Mt. Blanchard 12.6 mi 5.8
Riverdale Middle School Mt. Blanchard 12.6 mi 4.9
Vanlue Elementary School Vanlue 14.5 mi 9.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,748

Median Home Value

$166,700

Median Rent

$765/mo

Population

10,568

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

71.8%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

39.1

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GROSS SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Pepper Pike, OH 7.9
MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER Dayton, OH 7.9
OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Painesville, OH 7.9
PIQUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Piqua, OH 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Elementary School

What grades does South Elementary School serve?

South Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend South Elementary School?

South Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Elementary School rank in OH?

South Elementary School ranks #808 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is South Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

South Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 South Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is South Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is South Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

45.9% of students at South 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wyandot County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

Upper Sandusky Exempted Village
District Enrollment
1,591
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,286
District Rank
#3 of 5

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