Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Putman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Putman Elementary School's student population of 471 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Putman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Putman Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1155 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putman Elementary School's ranking?
Putman Elementary School is ranked #1155 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Putman Elementary School often compared to?
Putman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton-massie Elementary School, Denver Place Elementary School, Roy E Holmes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Putman Elementary School?
471 students attend Putman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Putman Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putman Elementary School?
Putman Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Putman Elementary School offer ?
Putman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Putman Elementary School part of?
Putman Elementary School is part of Blanchester Local School District.
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