Serving 724 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shale Meadows Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shale Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Shale Meadows Elementary School's student population of 724 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
724 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Shale Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shale Meadows Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#163 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Asian
36%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
8%
17%
White
45%
65%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shale Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Shale Meadows Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Shale Meadows Elementary School?
724 students attend Shale Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Shale Meadows Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shale Meadows Elementary School?
Shale Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shale Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Shale Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shale Meadows Elementary School part of?
Shale Meadows Elementary School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
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