Top Rankings
Elyria City Schools School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,733 students in Elyria City Schools School District. This district's average testing ranking is 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
51爆料s in Elyria City Schools School District have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 60% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (OH)
# Schools
10 Schools
3,597 Schools
# Students
5,733 Students
1,676,851 Students
# Teachers
381 Teachers
97,164 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
District Rank
Elyria City Schools School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 920 school districts in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 87% has increased from 85% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#665 out of 929 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
63%
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.71
0.53
# American Indian Students
4 Students
2,384 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
14 Students
49,361 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
3%
# Hispanic Students
998 Students
130,498 Students
% Hispanic Students
17%
8%
# Black Students
1,038 Students
284,598 Students
% Black Students
18%
17%
# White Students
2,557 Students
1,102,723 Students
% White Students
45%
66%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
1,723 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
1,122 Students
105,550 Students
% of Two or more races Students
20%
6%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
300
46,900
# Students in K Grade:
448
118,547
# Students in 1st Grade:
473
120,166
# Students in 2nd Grade:
443
124,760
# Students in 3rd Grade:
419
117,925
# Students in 4th Grade:
450
121,340
# Students in 5th Grade:
381
121,978
# Students in 6th Grade:
419
121,691
# Students in 7th Grade:
392
123,746
# Students in 8th Grade:
405
124,615
# Students in 9th Grade:
433
136,488
# Students in 10th Grade:
434
133,260
# Students in 11th Grade:
365
135,752
# Students in 12th Grade:
371
129,683
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $20,578 is higher than the state median of $17,222. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $24,642 is higher than the state median of $17,170. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$118 MM
$28,879 MM
Spending
$141 MM
$28,792 MM
Revenue / Student
$20,578
$17,222
Spending / Student
$24,642
$17,170
Best Elyria City Schools School District 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
570 Abbe Rd N
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8014
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8014
Grades: K-4
| 344 students
Rank: #22.
Eastern Heights Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
528 Garford Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8011
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8011
Grades: K-4
| 547 students
Rank: #33.
Westwood Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
42350 Adelbert St
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8017
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8017
Grades: 5-8
| 498 students
Rank: #44.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
42331 Griswold Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8002
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8002
Grades: K-4
| 472 students
Rank: #55.
Northwood Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
570 Abbe Rd N
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8016
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8016
Grades: 5-8
| 545 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Ely Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
312 Gulf Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8005
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8005
Grades: K-4
| 465 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1215 Middle Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8007
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8007
Grades: PK-4
| 436 students
Rank: #88.
Elyria High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Middle Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8300
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,603 students
Rank: #99.
Eastern Heights Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
528 Garford Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8015
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8015
Grades: 5-8
| 554 students
Rank: n/an/a
42331 Griswold Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8250
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8250
Grades: PK
| 269 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Elyria City Schools School District?
Elyria City Schools School District manages 10 public schools serving 5,733 students.
What is the rank of Elyria City Schools School District?
Elyria City Schools School District is ranked #663 out of 920 school districts in Ohio (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Ohio school districts for: Most diverse schools (Top 1%) and Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Elyria City Schools School District?
45% of Elyria City Schools School District students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Black, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Elyria City Schools School District?
Elyria City Schools School District has a student/teacher ratio of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What is Elyria City Schools School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $24,642 is higher than the state median of $17,170. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Recent Articles
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Segregation in K-12 Education: The Jim Crow Era
This article delves into the segregated schooling system that existed during the Jim Crow Era, examining the disparities faced by African American students.
December 16, 2024
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st CenturyExplore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
