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#774 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 23% in state

West Main Elementary School

Elementary School · Ravenna City

639 W Main St, Ravenna, OH 44266

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.9

Grades

3rd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#774 of 3,441

In Ravenna

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Ravenna City

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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West Main Elementary School

7.9/10

Elementary School in Ravenna · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

West Park Elementary School

6.4/10

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5.1/10

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About West Main Elementary School

West Main Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ravenna, OH, part of Ravenna City. West Main Elementary School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. West Main Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #774 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for West Main Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at West Main 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 Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,474
Chronic Absenteeism34.6%

West Main Elementary School — Students at West Main Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.1% (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
62%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
51.6%
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: 8.2/10.

How West Main Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
78th percentile in OH
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

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

639 W Main St, Ravenna, OH 44266

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Main Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willyard Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Brimfield Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Kent), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Walls Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Kent), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ravenna, see our Ravenna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
West Park Elementary School Ravenna 0.6 mi 6.4
Brown Middle School Ravenna 0.6 mi 5.1
Ravenna High School Ravenna 1.0 mi 5.3
Willyard Elementary School Ravenna 1.2 mi 7.8
Ravenna Preschool Ravenna 1.0 mi 5.8
Maplewood Career Center Building Ravenna 2.4 mi 5.4
Bio-Med Science Academy STEM School Rootstown 3.8 mi 6.0
Rootstown/Ward Davis Bldg High School Rootstown 3.8 mi 6.0
Rootstown Elementary School Rootstown 3.9 mi 6.8
Rootstown/Mabel Schnee Bldg Middle School Rootstown 3.9 mi 6.9
KSU CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Kent 4.3 mi
Walls Elementary School Kent 4.8 mi 7.5
Streetsboro High School Streetsboro 5.9 mi 6.2
Theodore Roosevelt High School Kent 5.4 mi 7.3
Streetsboro Elementary School Streetsboro 6.4 mi 5.0
ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kent 5.4 mi 5.2
Streetsboro Middle School Streetsboro 6.5 mi 6.3
Brimfield Elementary School Kent 6.1 mi 7.6
Holden Elementary School Kent 5.7 mi 6.8
Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School Streetsboro 6.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44266 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,211

Median Home Value

$159,900

Median Rent

$904/mo

Population

32,301

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Main Elementary School

What grades does West Main Elementary School serve?

West Main Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.

How many students attend West Main Elementary School?

West Main Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Main Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Main Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Main Elementary School rank in OH?

West Main Elementary School ranks #774 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is West Main Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Main Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 West Main Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Main Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Main Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is West Main Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Portage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

District

Ravenna City
District Enrollment
1,948
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,474
District Rank
#1 of 6

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