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#540 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 16% in state

Twin Oak Elementary School

Elementary School · Mount Vernon City

8888 Martinsburg Rd, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#540 of 3,441

In Mount Vernon

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Mount Vernon City

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Twin Oak Elementary School

8.4/10

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

Mount Vernon Middle School

6.9/10

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5.9/10

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About Twin Oak Elementary School

Twin Oak Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mount Vernon, OH, part of Mount Vernon City. Twin Oak Elementary School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Oak Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #540 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Twin Oak Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Twin Oak Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,724
Chronic Absenteeism16%

Twin Oak Elementary School — Students at Twin Oak Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 80.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 80.3% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
81.9%
ELA
75%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Twin Oak Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
84th percentile in OH
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

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

8888 Martinsburg Rd, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twin Oak Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Columbia Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wiggin Street Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Gambier), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Vernon Middle School Mount Vernon 1.0 mi 6.9
Knox County Career Center Mount Vernon 0.9 mi 5.9
Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon 1.0 mi 6.3
East Elementary School Mount Vernon 1.8 mi 9.1
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Mount Vernon 2.1 mi 8.0
Columbia Elementary School Mount Vernon 2.0 mi 8.8
Pleasant Street Elementary School Mount Vernon 2.4 mi 6.6
CHRISTIAN STAR ACADEMY Mount Vernon 2.3 mi
MOUNT VERNON SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Vernon 2.9 mi
Dan Emmett Elementary School Mount Vernon 3.1 mi 7.9
Wiggin Street Elementary School Gambier 3.8 mi 8.6
North Fork Online Academy Utica 8.8 mi
Utica High School Utica 8.9 mi 6.1
Utica Middle School Utica 8.9 mi 6.3
Utica Elementary School Utica 9.0 mi 7.6
East Knox Elementary School Howard 7.6 mi 7.8
East Knox Junior/Senior High School Howard 7.6 mi 6.8
Fredericktown Elementary School Fredericktown 8.9 mi 7.3
Fredericktown High School Fredericktown 8.9 mi 6.2
Fredericktown Middle School Fredericktown 8.9 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,044

Median Home Value

$199,000

Median Rent

$933/mo

Population

30,360

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

66.6%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

42

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Ada Elementary School Ada, OH 8.4
Arcanum Elementary School Arcanum, OH 8.4
Avondale Elementary School Canton, OH 8.4
Bellville Elementary School Bellville, OH 8.4
Central Elementary School Lexington, OH 8.4
Davey Elementary School Kent, OH 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Twin Oak Elementary School

What grades does Twin Oak Elementary School serve?

Twin Oak Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Twin Oak Elementary School?

Twin Oak Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Oak Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Twin Oak Elementary School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twin Oak Elementary School rank in OH?

Twin Oak Elementary School ranks #540 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Twin Oak Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Twin Oak Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Twin Oak Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Oak Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Twin Oak Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Twin Oak Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

48.0% of students at Twin Oak 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

District

Mount Vernon City
District Enrollment
3,490
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,724
District Rank
#4 of 8

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