Elp Essex serves 84 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elp Essex ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Elp Essex's student population of 84 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elp Essex is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
17:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
37%
17%
White
33%
65%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Elp Essex?
84 students attend Elp Essex.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Elp Essex students are Black, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elp Essex?
Elp Essex has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elp Essex offer ?
Elp Essex offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elp Essex part of?
Elp Essex is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Elp Essex located?
Elp Essex is located in the Northwest Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Akron.
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