Herberich Primary Elementary School

2645 Smith Rd
Akron, OH 44333
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Herberich Primary Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 5% in OH
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Herberich Primary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Herberich Primary Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Copley-Fairlawn City School District will provide a quality education for all students in a challenging, secure environment, maximizing the academic and personal development of each student.

School Rankings

Herberich Primary Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herberich Primary Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (OH)
#48 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
90-94%
54%
85-89%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
57%
65%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Herberich Primary Elementary School's ranking?
Herberich Primary Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Herberich Primary Elementary School often compared to?
Herberich Primary Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Island Primary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Herberich Primary Elementary School?
251 students attend Herberich Primary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Herberich Primary Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herberich Primary Elementary School?
Herberich Primary Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Herberich Primary Elementary School offer ?
Herberich Primary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herberich Primary Elementary School part of?
Herberich Primary Elementary School is part of Copley-Fairlawn City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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