Secrest Elementary School serves 135 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Secrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
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Student Attention
School Overview
Secrest Elementary School's student population of 135 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Secrest Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)65-69%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)85-89%
83%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
96%
65%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Secrest Elementary School often compared to?
Secrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byesville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Secrest Elementary School?
135 students attend Secrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Secrest Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Secrest Elementary School?
Secrest Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Secrest Elementary School offer ?
Secrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Secrest Elementary School part of?
Secrest Elementary School is part of Rolling Hills Local School District.
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