Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rutherford B. Hayes 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School's student population of 230 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring a Community of Achievement
School Rankings
Rutherford B. Hayes 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 Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2517 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
77%
65%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Prexies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School's ranking?
Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School is ranked #2517 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School?
230 students attend Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School?
Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School offer ?
Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School part of?
Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School is part of Marion City School District.
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