Below Average
#3048 of 3,441 schools in OH
William H. Taft Elementary School
Elementary School · Marion City
1000 Robinson St, Marion, OH 43302
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,048 of 3,441
In Marion
#17 of 18
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Marion City
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William H. Taft Elementary School
Elementary School in Marion · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William H. Taft Elementary School
William H. Taft Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marion, OH, part of Marion City. William H.
Taft Elementary School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. William H. Taft Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,048 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for William H. Taft Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at William H. Taft 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
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William H. Taft Elementary School — Students at William H. Taft Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.4/10.
How William H. Taft Elementary School Compares
See how William H. Taft Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1000 Robinson St, Marion, OH 43302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William H. Taft Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Heritage Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgedale Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Morral), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marion, see our Marion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY SCHOOL Marion | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| TRECA Digital Academy Marion | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Ulysses S. Grant Middle School Marion | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Buckeye Community School - Marion Marion | 1.6 mi | — |
| George Washington Elementary School Marion | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Benjamin Harrison Elementary School Marion | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Marion Preparatory Academy Marion | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Harding High School Marion | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School Marion | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| James A. Garfield Elementary School Marion | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| William McKinley Elementary School Marion | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Tri-Rivers Career Center Marion | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Ridgedale Elementary School Morral | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Ridgedale Jr/Sr High School Morral | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Heritage Elementary School Marion | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Pleasant High School Marion | 6.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Pleasant Middle School Marion | 6.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Pleasant Elementary School Marion | 6.5 mi | 6.9 |
| River Valley High School Caledonia | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| River Valley Middle School Caledonia | 5.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,833
Median Home Value
$139,700
Median Rent
$853/mo
Population
54,581
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
64.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burroughs Elementary School Toledo, OH | 4.1 |
| Cedar Elementary School Canton, OH | 4.1 |
| French Run Elementary School Reynoldsburg, OH | 4.1 |
| Howland Glen Elementary School Warren, OH | 4.1 |
| J.F. Kennedy School Maple Heights, OH | 4.1 |
| North College Hill Elementary School North College Hill, OH | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William H. Taft Elementary School
What grades does William H. Taft Elementary School serve?
William H. Taft Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend William H. Taft Elementary School?
William H. Taft Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William H. Taft Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at William H. Taft Elementary School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William H. Taft Elementary School rank in OH?
William H. Taft Elementary School ranks #3,048 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is William H. Taft Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
William H. Taft Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 William H. Taft Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William H. Taft Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William H. Taft Elementary School a charter school?
No, William H. Taft Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William H. Taft Elementary School a Title I school?
No, William H. Taft Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.9%
- Phone
- (740) 223-4500
Resources & Links
District
Marion City- District Enrollment
- 4,143
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,626
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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