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Youngstown Community School

Elementary School · Youngstown Community School

50 Essex St, Youngstown, OH 44502

Charter

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,108 of 3,441

In Youngstown

#28 of 38

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Youngstown Community School

3.9/10

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

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6.3/10

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5.9/10

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About Youngstown Community School

Youngstown Community School is a public elementary school in Youngstown, OH, part of Youngstown Community School. Youngstown Community School serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Youngstown Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,108 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Youngstown Community School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.8 pts below OH schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Youngstown Community School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

42% of students at Youngstown Community 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 Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,562
Chronic Absenteeism41.8%

Youngstown Community School — Students at Youngstown Community School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.5% (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
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
27.5%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Youngstown Community School Compares

See how Youngstown Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
10th percentile in OH
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

Location

50 Essex St, Youngstown, OH 44502

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Youngstown Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH THE PROVIDER SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF YOUNGSTOWN (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southside Academy (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Youngstown, see our Youngstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Southside Academy Youngstown 0.3 mi 6.3
Rayen Early College Middle School Youngstown 0.3 mi 5.9
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - THE LEWIS CENTER Youngstown 0.7 mi 5.7
Youngstown Rayen Early College High School Youngstown 1.0 mi 6.2
ACLD SCHOOL Youngstown 1.0 mi 7.3
Choffin Career Cntr Youngstown 1.0 mi 5.4
CARDINAL MOONEY HIGH SCHOOL Youngstown 1.2 mi 7.9
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown 1.7 mi 7.2
URSULINE HIGH SCHOOL Youngstown 1.6 mi 7.3
Mahoning County High School Youngstown 1.5 mi 7.3
Wilson Alternative School Youngstown 1.5 mi 6.2
Youngstown Virtual Academy Youngstown 1.5 mi 3.1
Youngstown Preparatory Academy Youngstown 1.4 mi 3.5
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown Youngstown 1.8 mi 4.8
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown Youngstown 1.8 mi 2.4
POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM SCHOOL OF AUTISM Youngstown 1.6 mi 8.8
Taft Elementary School Youngstown 1.8 mi 2.7
Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown Youngstown 1.8 mi 4.6
ST JOSEPH THE PROVIDER SCHOOL Youngstown 2.4 mi 7.6
Youngstown Academy of Excellence Youngstown 1.9 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,259

Median Home Value

$37,500

Median Rent

$915/mo

Population

9,369

College Educated

8.6%

Homeownership

52.4%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

44.9%

Median Age

29.6

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Alton Hall Elementary School Galloway, OH 3.9
Central Primary School Bedford, OH 3.9
Firestone Park Elementary School Akron, OH 3.9
Global Ambassadors Language Academy Cleveland, OH 3.9
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland, OH 3.9
Highland Elementary School Columbus, OH 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Youngstown Community School

What grades does Youngstown Community School serve?

Youngstown Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Youngstown Community School?

Youngstown Community School has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Youngstown Community School?

The student-teacher ratio at Youngstown Community School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Youngstown Community School rank in OH?

Youngstown Community School ranks #3,108 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Youngstown Community School's MySchoolScout rating?

Youngstown Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Youngstown Community School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Youngstown Community School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Youngstown Community School a charter school?

Yes, Youngstown Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Youngstown Community School a Title I school?

No, Youngstown Community School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mahoning County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

District

Youngstown Community School
District Enrollment
368
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,562
District Rank
#1 of 1

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