Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waynesville 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 88% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynesville 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
Waynesville Elementary School's student population of 749 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waynesville 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 Waynesville Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#121 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesville Elementary School's ranking?
Waynesville Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Waynesville Elementary School?
749 students attend Waynesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Waynesville Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waynesville Elementary School?
Waynesville Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waynesville Elementary School offer ?
Waynesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynesville Elementary School part of?
Waynesville Elementary School is part of Wayne Local School District.
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