Serving 204 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Phillips 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Science Proficiency: 50-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phillips School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Phillips School's student population of 204 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Phillips School is 0.19, 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)
(20-21)40-44%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
57%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
65%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Phillips School often compared to?
Phillips Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington School, Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Phillips School?
204 students attend Phillips School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Phillips School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phillips School?
Phillips School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phillips School offer ?
Phillips School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phillips School part of?
Phillips School is part of Marietta City School District.
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