Very Good
#1342 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 39% in state
Toni Wofford Morrison ES
Elementary School · Lorain City
1830 40th St, Lorain, OH 44052
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,342 of 3,441
In Lorain
#2 of 25
public schools
In district
#1 of 15
Lorain City
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Toni Wofford Morrison ES
Elementary School in Lorain · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Toni Wofford Morrison ES
Toni Wofford Morrison ES is a public elementary school in Lorain, OH, part of Lorain City. Toni Wofford Morrison ES serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Toni Wofford Morrison ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,342 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Toni Wofford Morrison ES show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Toni Wofford Morrison ES 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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Toni Wofford Morrison ES — Students at Toni Wofford Morrison ES score 40% 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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.9/10.
How Toni Wofford Morrison ES Compares
See how Toni Wofford Morrison ES 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
1830 40th St, Lorain, OH 44052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Toni Wofford Morrison ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walter G. Nord Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Garfield Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lorain, see our Lorain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lorain Preparatory Academy Lorain | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Frank Jacinto Elementary Lorain | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Lorain | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Lorain High School Lorain | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| New Beginnings Lorain | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| General Johnnie Wilson Middle School Lorain | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Horizon Science Academy Lorain Lorain | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Washington Elementary School Lorain | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Lorain | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Durling Middle School Lorain | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Garfield Elementary School Lorain | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Admiral King Elementary School Lorain | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Clearview High School Lorain | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Clearview Local Schools Lorain | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary Lorain | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle Lorain | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy Lorain | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Lorain Preparatory High School Lorain | 1.9 mi | — |
| Marion L Steele High School Amherst | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Walter G. Nord Middle School Amherst | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,298
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$840/mo
Population
28,067
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adrian Elementary School South Euclid, OH | 7.0 |
| Alliance Elementary School at Rockhill Alliance, OH | 7.0 |
| Bauer Elementary School Dayton, OH | 7.0 |
| Brook Intermediate School Byesville, OH | 7.0 |
| Cory-Rawson Elementary School Rawson, OH | 7.0 |
| Evanston Academy Cincinnati, OH | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Toni Wofford Morrison ES
What grades does Toni Wofford Morrison ES serve?
Toni Wofford Morrison ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Toni Wofford Morrison ES?
Toni Wofford Morrison ES has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Toni Wofford Morrison ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Toni Wofford Morrison ES is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Toni Wofford Morrison ES rank in OH?
Toni Wofford Morrison ES ranks #1,342 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Toni Wofford Morrison ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Toni Wofford Morrison ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Toni Wofford Morrison ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Toni Wofford Morrison ES has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Toni Wofford Morrison ES a charter school?
No, Toni Wofford Morrison ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Toni Wofford Morrison ES a Title I school?
No, Toni Wofford Morrison ES 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
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lorain County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (440) 960-7008
Resources & Links
District
Lorain City- District Enrollment
- 6,058
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,864
- District Rank
- #1 of 15
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