Serving 595 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ayer Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ayer 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
School Overview
Ayer Elementary School's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ayer Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ayer Elementary School is 0.31, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
83%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ayer Elementary School's ranking?
Ayer Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ayer Elementary School often compared to?
Ayer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Mercer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ayer Elementary School?
595 students attend Ayer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ayer Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ayer Elementary School?
Ayer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ayer Elementary School offer ?
Ayer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ayer Elementary School part of?
Ayer Elementary School is part of Forest Hills Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Ayer Elementary School located?
Ayer Elementary School is located in the Forestville neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Forestville.
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