Serving 650 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Kae Avenue 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 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: 46%
- Reading Proficiency: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kae Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kae Avenue Elementary School's student population of 650 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
We are relationship-driven, resourceful, resilient, and ready!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kae Avenue Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)46%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)39%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
29%
8%
Black
43%
17%
White
16%
65%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kae Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Kae Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Etna Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% OH state average).
How many students attend Kae Avenue Elementary School?
650 students attend Kae Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Kae Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kae Avenue Elementary School?
Kae Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kae Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Kae Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kae Avenue Elementary School part of?
Kae Avenue Elementary School is part of Whitehall City School District.
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