Serving 209 students in grades Kindergarten-1, York Elementary School ranks in the top 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
York Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
York Elementary School's student population of 209 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
New Philadelphia City Schools will provide all students the opportunity to achieve their highest potential to become educated, self-sufficient, and responsible citizens.
School Rankings
The diversity score of York Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
35%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
62%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are York Elementary School often compared to?
York Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend York Elementary School?
209 students attend York Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of York Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York Elementary School?
York Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does York Elementary School offer ?
York Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is York Elementary School part of?
York Elementary School is part of New Philadelphia City School District.
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