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Wapakoneta Elementary

Elementary School · Wapakoneta City

900 N Blackhoof St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895

Enrollment

834

Student-Teacher

20.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Wapakoneta

#3 of 5

public schools

Ohio elementary schools

#784 of 1,742

In district

#3 of 5

Wapakoneta City

Equity

8.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Wapakoneta Elementary

Wapakoneta Elementary serves 834 students in prekindergarten through fourth grade in Wapakoneta, Ohio, a town on the fringe of an urban area in Auglaize County. The school operates with 41 full-time equivalent teachers, providing a student-teacher ratio of 20.3:1. Academically, the school shows mixed performance across subjects.

Students demonstrate stronger results in math, with 76% of students achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Reading and language arts present more of a focus area, with 65% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency benchmarks. The school holds an academic score of 8.0/10 and ranks at the 50th percentile among Ohio schools, placing it around the middle of the state's educational landscape.

With a MySchoolScout rating of 5.3/10, Wapakoneta Elementary reflects a school with room for growth in overall performance. For families in the area considering their options, this school offers a traditional public education setting where math strengths could be leveraged while reading instruction may benefit from additional focus and resources. Located at 900 N Blackhoof Street, Wapakoneta Elementary serves families in a community positioned between rural and more densely populated areas, offering a distinctive small-town school experience.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Wapakoneta Elementary is 20.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-5.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78%
Reading/ELA Proficiency61%
Overall Proficiency70%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.3Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,389

Wapakoneta Elementary — Students at Wapakoneta Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 82.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
87%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
78%
ELA
61%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Wapakoneta Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in OH
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
6.0/10
Above average
Environment
3.3/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers

Location

900 N Blackhoof St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wapakoneta Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Botkins Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Botkins), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Knoxville Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby New Knoxville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Lima), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wapakoneta, see our Wapakoneta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Wapakoneta High School Wapakoneta 0.1 mi 6.1
Wapakoneta Jr. High Wapakoneta 0.1 mi 5.5
Wapakoneta Middle School Wapakoneta 0.7 mi 7.3
Auglaize County Educational Academy Wapakoneta 1.6 mi 7.3
Cridersville Elementary School Cridersville 5.3 mi 6.3
Elmwood Elementary School Lima 7.1 mi 5.1
Botkins Elementary School Botkins 7.8 mi 8.4
Botkins High School Botkins 7.8 mi 8.0
Shawnee High School Lima 7.8 mi 6.9
Shawnee Middle School Lima 7.8 mi 7.6
PILGRIM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lima 7.9 mi
Apollo Career Center Lima 8.0 mi 7.7
Maplewood Elementary School Lima 9.0 mi 7.0
BIBLE BELIEVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lima 9.9 mi 7.2
New Knoxville Elementary School New Knoxville 8.9 mi 8.3
New Knoxville High School New Knoxville 8.9 mi 8.2
LIMA CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lima 10.6 mi 8.0
THE LIMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lima 11.0 mi
ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lima 11.0 mi 8.0
Lima West Middle School Lima 11.6 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45895 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,965

Median Home Value

$181,700

Median Rent

$846/mo

Population

17,983

College Educated

19.9%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

42

Community Profile

The community surrounding Wapakoneta Elementary has a median household income of $72,965. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $181,700, with a median rent of $846/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Cincinnati Classical Academy Cincinnati, OH 6.2
Cloverleaf Elementary School Seville, OH 6.2
Crosby Elementary School Harrison, OH 6.2
Hilliard Horizon Elementary School Columbus, OH 6.2
Liberty-Benton Elementary School Findlay, OH 6.2
Little Miami Elementary School Morrow, OH 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wapakoneta Elementary

What grades does Wapakoneta Elementary serve?

Wapakoneta Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Wapakoneta Elementary?

Wapakoneta Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 834 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wapakoneta Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Wapakoneta Elementary is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wapakoneta Elementary rank in OH?

Wapakoneta Elementary is ranked #1739 out of 3,440 schools in OH.

What is Wapakoneta Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Wapakoneta Elementary has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wapakoneta Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wapakoneta Elementary has 82.5% math proficiency and 68.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Wapakoneta Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Wapakoneta Elementary a Title I school?

No, Wapakoneta Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wapakoneta Elementary?

40.8% of students at Wapakoneta Elementary 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

City Safety
Elevated (1,192/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Wapakoneta). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Auglaize County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Wapakoneta City
District Enrollment
2,902
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,079
District Rank
#3 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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