Serving 678 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Miami Whitewater Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miami Whitewater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Miami Whitewater Elementary School's student population of 678 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Miami Whitewater Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Whitewater Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#967 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
87%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Whitewater Elementary School's ranking?
Miami Whitewater Elementary School is ranked #967 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Miami Whitewater Elementary School often compared to?
Miami Whitewater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Elementary School, Charles W Springmyer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Miami Whitewater Elementary School?
678 students attend Miami Whitewater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Miami Whitewater Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miami Whitewater Elementary School?
Miami Whitewater Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miami Whitewater Elementary School offer ?
Miami Whitewater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miami Whitewater Elementary School part of?
Miami Whitewater Elementary School is part of Southwest Local School District.
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