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Walbridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Toledo City

1245 Walbridge Ave, Toledo, OH 43609

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,171 of 3,441

In Toledo

#67 of 94

public schools

In district

#35 of 54

Toledo City

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Walbridge Elementary School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Toledo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.0/10

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3.2/10

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About Walbridge Elementary School

Walbridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toledo, OH, part of Toledo City. Walbridge Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Walbridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,171 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Walbridge Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

58% of students at Walbridge 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 Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,542
Chronic Absenteeism57.5%

Walbridge Elementary School — Students at Walbridge Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.9% (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
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
24.7%
ELA
26.3%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Walbridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in OH
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
57.5%

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

1245 Walbridge Ave, Toledo, OH 43609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walbridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Escuela SMART Academy (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUEEN OF APOSTLES GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls (rated 5.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toledo, see our Toledo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Pickett Elementary School Toledo 1.0 mi 4.0
Arlington Elementary School Toledo 0.9 mi 3.2
Escuela SMART Academy Toledo 0.9 mi 7.6
Explorers Academy of Science and Technology Toledo 1.0 mi 1.8
Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls Toledo 1.3 mi 5.5
Summit Academy - Toledo Toledo 1.1 mi 6.1
Martin Luther King Academy for Boys Elementary School Toledo 1.5 mi 5.5
Jones Leadership Academy of Business Toledo 1.3 mi 7.1
QUEEN OF APOSTLES GRADE SCHOOL Toledo 1.2 mi 7.4
Marshall STEMM Academy Toledo 1.2 mi 2.5
Rossford High School Rossford 1.7 mi 5.5
Rossford Junior High School Rossford 1.7 mi 5.5
Bowsher High School Toledo 1.5 mi 4.2
Harvard Elementary School Toledo 1.8 mi 4.5
Robinson Elementary School Toledo 2.1 mi 4.3
Burroughs Elementary School Toledo 1.6 mi 4.1
Westfield/Robinson Achievement Toledo 2.0 mi 5.8
Toledo Public Schools Virtual Academy Toledo 2.0 mi 4.6
Glass City Academy Toledo 2.0 mi 4.3
Madison Avenue School of Arts Toledo 2.1 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,510

Median Home Value

$58,700

Median Rent

$913/mo

Population

20,495

College Educated

11.4%

Homeownership

44.1%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

29.8%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walbridge Elementary School

What grades does Walbridge Elementary School serve?

Walbridge Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Walbridge Elementary School?

Walbridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Walbridge Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walbridge Elementary School rank in OH?

Walbridge Elementary School ranks #3,171 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Walbridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Walbridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Walbridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walbridge Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Walbridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Walbridge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lucas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.5%

District

Toledo City
District Enrollment
21,047
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,542
District Rank
#35 of 54

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