Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James Conger 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 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Conger Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence, Honoring Tradition
School Rankings
James Conger 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 James Conger Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1722 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
75%
65%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pacers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Conger Elementary School's ranking?
James Conger Elementary School is ranked #1722 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are James Conger Elementary School often compared to?
James Conger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David Smith Elementary School, Ervin Carlisle Elementary School, Robert F Schultz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend James Conger Elementary School?
453 students attend James Conger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of James Conger Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Conger Elementary School?
James Conger Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does James Conger Elementary School offer ?
James Conger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Conger Elementary School part of?
James Conger Elementary School is part of Delaware City School District.
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