Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Taft 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taft Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Taft Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Taft 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 Taft Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#3057 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
8%
Black
52%
17%
White
13%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
6%
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 Taft Elementary School's ranking?
Taft Elementary School is ranked #3057 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Taft Elementary School often compared to?
Taft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Middle At Prberry, Struthers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Taft Elementary School?
284 students attend Taft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Taft Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taft Elementary School?
Taft Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taft Elementary School offer ?
Taft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taft Elementary School part of?
Taft Elementary School is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Taft Elementary School located?
Taft Elementary School is located in the Lansingville neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Lansingville.
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