Serving 1,075 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Defiance Elementary School 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 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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-5
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Defiance Elementary School's student population of 1,075 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,075 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe • Belong • Become
School Rankings
Defiance 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 Defiance Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#1610 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
59%
65%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Defiance Elementary School's ranking?
Defiance Elementary School is ranked #1610 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Defiance Elementary School often compared to?
Defiance Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ayersville Elementary School, Tinora Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Defiance Elementary School?
1,075 students attend Defiance Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Defiance Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Defiance Elementary School?
Defiance Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Defiance Elementary School offer ?
Defiance Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Defiance Elementary School part of?
Defiance Elementary School is part of Defiance City School District.
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