Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southern Local 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Local Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Local 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 Southern Local Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1917 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
65%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Local Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Local Elementary School is ranked #1917 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Southern Local Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Local Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield Elementary School, United Elementary School, Beaver Local Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Southern Local Elementary School?
389 students attend Southern Local Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Southern Local Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Local Elementary School?
Southern Local Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southern Local Elementary School offer ?
Southern Local Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Local Elementary School part of?
Southern Local Elementary School is part of Southern Local School District.
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