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Vincent Elementary School

Elementary School · Clearview Local

2303 N Ridge Rd E, Lorain, OH 44055

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,652 of 3,441

In Lorain

#12 of 25

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Clearview Local

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Vincent Elementary School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Lorain · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Southview Middle School

5.3/10

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6.2/10

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About Vincent Elementary School

Vincent Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lorain, OH, part of Clearview Local. Vincent Elementary School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Vincent Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,652 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Vincent Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Vincent 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,270
Chronic Absenteeism37.6%

Vincent Elementary School — Students at Vincent Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.9% (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
69%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
39.3%
ELA
52%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Vincent Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in OH
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.6%

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

2303 N Ridge Rd E, Lorain, OH 44055

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vincent Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northwood Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Elyria), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sheffield Academy (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Sheffield Village), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JUDE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Elyria), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lorain, see our Lorain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Southview Middle School Lorain 0.6 mi 5.3
Helen Steiner Rice ES Lorain 0.8 mi 6.2
Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners-Lorain Lorain 1.2 mi 7.4
Black River Career Prep High School Elyria 1.3 mi 2.9
Palm Elementary School Lorain 1.4 mi 4.3
Westwood Elementary School Elyria 2.0 mi 4.9
Elyria Early Childhood Center Elyria 2.0 mi 4.0
Westwood Middle School Elyria 2.1 mi 5.5
Stevan Dohanos Elementary School Lorain 2.1 mi 3.6
Sheffield Academy Sheffield Village 3.0 mi 7.7
Northwood Middle School Elyria 2.8 mi 5.3
Northwood Elementary School Elyria 2.8 mi 8.0
Clearview High School Lorain 2.5 mi 5.7
Clearview Local Schools Lorain 2.5 mi 2.8
Ely Elementary School Elyria 3.2 mi 3.2
ST JUDE SCHOOL Elyria 3.1 mi 7.7
Durling Middle School Lorain 2.7 mi 4.8
Brookside Intermediate School Sheffield Village 3.5 mi 7.0
Lorain Preparatory High School Lorain 3.0 mi
Constellation Schools: Elyria Community Elyria 3.3 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,603

Median Home Value

$95,700

Median Rent

$848/mo

Population

19,870

College Educated

9.6%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

31.9%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vincent Elementary School

What grades does Vincent Elementary School serve?

Vincent Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Vincent Elementary School?

Vincent Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

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

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

How does Vincent Elementary School rank in OH?

Vincent Elementary School ranks #2,652 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Vincent Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Vincent Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Vincent Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vincent Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Vincent Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Vincent Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Lorain County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.6%

District

Clearview Local
District Enrollment
1,297
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,270
District Rank
#2 of 4

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