Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-2, West Branch Early Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Branch Early Learning Center's student population of 370 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Branch Early Learning Center is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
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 West Branch Early Learning Center often compared to?
West Branch Early Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Lacroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend West Branch Early Learning Center?
370 students attend West Branch Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Branch Early Learning Center students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Branch Early Learning Center?
West Branch Early Learning Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Branch Early Learning Center offer ?
West Branch Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is West Branch Early Learning Center part of?
West Branch Early Learning Center is part of West Branch Local School District.
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