Needs Improvement
#3408 of 3,441 schools in OH
Taft Elementary School
Elementary School · Youngstown City
730 E Avondale Ave, Youngstown, OH 44502
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,408 of 3,441
In Youngstown
#37 of 38
public schools
In district
#15 of 15
Youngstown City
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Taft Elementary School
Taft Elementary School is a public elementary school in Youngstown, OH, part of Youngstown City. Taft Elementary School serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Taft Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,408 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Taft Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
84% of students at Taft 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
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Taft Elementary School — Students at Taft Elementary School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.8/10.
How Taft Elementary School Compares
See how Taft Elementary School 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
730 E Avondale Ave, Youngstown, OH 44502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taft Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF YOUNGSTOWN (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robinwood Lane Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southside Academy (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Youngstown, see our Youngstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,259
Median Home Value
$37,500
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
9,369
College Educated
8.6%
Homeownership
52.4%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
44.9%
Median Age
29.6
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| Constellation Schools: Westside Community School of the Arts Cleveland, OH | 2.7 |
| Parsons Elementary School Columbus, OH | 2.7 |
| Intergenerational School The Cleveland, OH | 2.8 |
| Madison Avenue School of Arts Toledo, OH | 2.8 |
| Navarre Elementary School Toledo, OH | 2.8 |
| Garfield Elementary School Toledo, OH | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taft Elementary School
What grades does Taft Elementary School serve?
Taft Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Taft Elementary School?
Taft Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taft Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taft Elementary School rank in OH?
Taft Elementary School ranks #3,408 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Taft Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taft 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 Taft Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taft Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Taft Elementary School a charter school?
No, Taft Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taft Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Taft Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 284
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mahoning County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.8%
- Phone
- (330) 744-7973
Resources & Links
District
Youngstown City- District Enrollment
- 4,455
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,791
- District Rank
- #15 of 15
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