Excellent
#713 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 21% in state
Williams Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · Norwood City
2132 Williams Ave, Norwood, OH 45212
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#713 of 3,441
In Norwood
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Norwood City
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Williams Avenue Elementary School
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About Williams Avenue Elementary School
Williams Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Norwood, OH, part of Norwood City. Williams Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Williams Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #713 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Williams Avenue Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Williams Avenue Elementary School — Students at Williams Avenue Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Williams Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Williams Avenue 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
2132 Williams Ave, Norwood, OH 45212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williams Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sharpsburg Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL -DOHERTY CAMPUS (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hyde Park School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Norwood, see our Norwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Norwood High School Norwood | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| The Norwood Montessori School Norwood | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Norwood Middle School Norwood | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ACADEMY Cincinnati | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Sharpsburg Elementary Norwood | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Withrow University High School Cincinnati | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Alliance Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Academy Of World Languages School Cincinnati | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Norwood View Elementary School Norwood | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Hyde Park School Cincinnati | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Evanston Academy Cincinnati | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ALOYSIUS EDUCATION CENTER Cincinnati | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| THE SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Walnut Hills High School Cincinnati | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ZION TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PURCELL MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL -DOHERTY CAMPUS Cincinnati | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Bond Hill Academy Cincinnati | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,698
Median Home Value
$229,400
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
21,007
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AKIVA ACADEMY Youngstown, OH | 8.0 |
| Bradford Elementary School Bradford, OH | 8.0 |
| Buckskin Elementary School South Salem, OH | 8.0 |
| Eastern Primary Elementary School Beaver, OH | 8.0 |
| Frazeysburg Elementary School Frazeysburg, OH | 8.0 |
| Glenford Elementary School Glenford, OH | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williams Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Williams Avenue Elementary School serve?
Williams Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Williams Avenue Elementary School?
Williams Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Williams Avenue Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williams Avenue Elementary School rank in OH?
Williams Avenue Elementary School ranks #713 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Williams Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Williams Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Williams Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams Avenue Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Williams Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Williams Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williams Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Williams Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 243
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (513) 924-2520
Resources & Links
District
Norwood City- District Enrollment
- 1,680
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,290
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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