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#1105 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 32% in state

South Point Elementary School

Elementary School · South Point Local

501 Washington St, South Point, OH 45680

Enrollment

382

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,105 of 3,441

In South Point

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

South Point Local

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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South Point Elementary School

7.4/10

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

Tri-state Stem+m School

6.0/10

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5.6/10

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About South Point Elementary School

South Point Elementary School is a public elementary school in South Point, OH, part of South Point Local. South Point Elementary School serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. South Point Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,105 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for South Point Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,469
Chronic Absenteeism28.5%

South Point Elementary School — Students at South Point Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.1% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57.2%
ELA
68%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How South Point Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
68th percentile in OH
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

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

501 Washington St, South Point, OH 45680

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Point Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dawson-Bryant Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Ironton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kellogg Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Huntington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Crabbe Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Ashland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in South Point, see our South Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Tri-State STEM+M School South Point 0.5 mi 6.0
South Point Middle School South Point 1.2 mi 5.6
South Point High School South Point 1.2 mi 6.6
Catlettsburg Elementary School Catlettsburg 1.4 mi 5.9
Ceredo-Kenova Elementary Kenova 1.8 mi 4.2
Ceredo-Kenova Middle School Ceredo 2.4 mi 7.3
Charles Russell Elementary School Ashland 2.8 mi 7.3
Ashland Alternative School Ashland 2.9 mi
Oakview Elementary School Ashland 3.9 mi 6.3
Kellogg Elementary School Huntington 4.0 mi 7.8
Spring Valley High School Huntington 4.4 mi 4.3
Ashland Middle School Ashland 4.2 mi 6.1
Crabbe Elementary School Ashland 4.7 mi 7.6
Poage Elementary School Ashland 4.4 mi 6.4
Vinson Middle School Huntington 4.3 mi 5.7
Raceland-Worthington Schools Campus A Ashland 4.9 mi
Burlington Elementary School South Point 4.3 mi 6.6
Dawson-Bryant Elementary School Ironton 5.6 mi 8.1
Hager Elementary School Ashland 4.8 mi 6.2
Paul G. Blazer High School Ashland 4.8 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45680 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,348

Median Home Value

$151,400

Median Rent

$690/mo

Population

11,878

College Educated

16.2%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

45.2

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Crissey Elementary School Holland, OH 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Point Elementary School

What grades does South Point Elementary School serve?

South Point Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend South Point Elementary School?

South Point Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at South Point Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Point Elementary School rank in OH?

South Point Elementary School ranks #1,105 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is South Point Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

South Point Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Point Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Point Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is South Point Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is South Point Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Lawrence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

District

South Point Local
District Enrollment
1,366
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,469
District Rank
#1 of 4

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