Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Western Primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Primary's student population of 253 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Western Primary 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 Western Primary is 0.04, 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
#2287 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
98%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Primary's ranking?
Western Primary is ranked #2287 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Western Primary often compared to?
Western Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Jasper Elementary School, Waverly Primary School, Eastern Primary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Western Primary?
253 students attend Western Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Western Primary students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Primary?
Western Primary has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Primary offer ?
Western Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Primary part of?
Western Primary is part of Western Local School District.
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