Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gordon Dewitt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
70%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon Dewitt Elementary School's ranking?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is ranked #703 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?
357 students attend Gordon Dewitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gordon Dewitt Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon Dewitt Elementary School?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gordon Dewitt Elementary School offer ?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gordon Dewitt Elementary School part of?
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School is part of Cuyahoga Falls City School District.
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