Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ruskin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruskin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ruskin Elementary School's student population of 553 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ruskin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruskin Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#2687 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
40%
8%
Black
22%
17%
White
31%
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
97%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruskin Elementary School's ranking?
Ruskin Elementary School is ranked #2687 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ruskin Elementary School often compared to?
Ruskin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dayton Smart Elementary School, River's Edge Montessori Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ruskin Elementary School?
553 students attend Ruskin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ruskin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruskin Elementary School?
Ruskin Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ruskin Elementary School offer ?
Ruskin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruskin Elementary School part of?
Ruskin Elementary School is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruskin Elementary School located?
Ruskin Elementary School is located in the Twin Towers neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Twin Towers.
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