Taft Intermediate School

825 Smith Rd
Ashland, OH 44805
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 460 students in grades 4-5, Taft Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 460 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 20% in OH
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • : 80% (Top 20%)
  • : 86% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Taft Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Taft Intermediate School's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Taft Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taft Intermediate School is 0.13, 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.
This School
State Level (OH)
#404 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
81%
54%
80%
60%
86%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
93%
65%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taft Intermediate School's ranking?
Taft Intermediate School is ranked #404 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Taft Intermediate School often compared to?
Taft Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Elementary School, Reagan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Taft Intermediate School?
460 students attend Taft Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Taft Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taft Intermediate School?
Taft Intermediate School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taft Intermediate School offer ?
Taft Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taft Intermediate School part of?
Taft Intermediate School is part of Ashland City School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I loved going to school here in my youth, I learned so much here. My oldest daughter even attended school here.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - fanta

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 460 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • : 80% (Top 20%)
  • : 86% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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