About This School
Thoreau Park Elementary School is located in Parma, OH and is one of 14 elementary schools in Parma City School District. It is a public school that serves 754 students in grades K-6.
Thoreau Park Elementary School did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of Ohio in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Thoreau Park Elementary School's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2008, Thoreau Park Elementary School had 21 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The Ohio average is 16 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Thoreau Park Elementary School's students and teachers. more
Thoreau Park Elementary School did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of Ohio in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Thoreau Park Elementary School's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2008, Thoreau Park Elementary School had 21 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The Ohio average is 16 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Thoreau Park Elementary School's students and teachers. more
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Parma City District Spending
$11,011Per Pupil
The Parma City spends $11,011 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 58% on instruction, 40% on support services, 2% on other elementary and secondary expenditures. More about Parma City District
Education.com TestRating
The Education.com TestRating is a number (1-10) calculated by Education.com that provides an overview of a school’s test performance for a given year, by comparing the school’s state standardized test results to those of other schools in the same state. For Ohio, the TestRating is calculated using a school's 2011 Ohio Achievement Test Results and OGT Results for all subjects tested.
See Most Recent Test Scores
Elementary Schools Nearby
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| School Name distance | TestRating | Community Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St Josaphat Preparatory School 0.8 miles | n/a | |
| Ridge-Brook Elementary School 0.9 miles |  |
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| St Francis de Sales School 1 miles | n/a | |
| William C Bryant Elementary School 1.2 miles |  |
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| John Muir Elementary School 1.3 miles |  |
Data Sources: OH Dept. of Education, NCES, MDR.
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School Facts
- Public School
- Grades K-6
- Parma City School District
Did not make AYP
see 2011 test scores
see 2011 test scores
Contact
Thoreau Park Elementary School5401 West 54TH St
Parma, OH 44129
(440) 885-2352
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Test Scores
About the OAT
What is it?
The Ohio Achievement Test is an annual test used to measure a student's mastery of the state's grade-level academic standards.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Students in grades 3 through 8 are assessed in reading and math, students in grades 4 and 7 are assessed in writing, and students in grades 5 and 8 are assessed in science and social studies.
How is it Scored?
Students are rated at one of five levels: advanced, accelerated, proficient, basic or limited. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
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TestRating
3 out of 10
The Education.com TestRating is a number (1-10) calculated by Education.com that provides an overview of a school’s test performance for a given year, by comparing the school’s state standardized test results to those of other schools in the same state. For Ohio, the TestRating is calculated using a school's 2011 Ohio Achievement Test Results and OGT Results for all subjects tested.
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Enrollment (2010)
Total: 754
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Student Economic Level (2010)
In 2010, Thoreau Park Elementary School had 56% of students eligible for free or reduced price lunch programs. Ohio had 36% of eligible students for free or reduced price lunch programs. Eligibility for the National School Lunch Program is based on family income levels.Student Ethnicity (2010)
White
88%
Hispanic
5%
Black
4%
Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
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21:1STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO
In 2010, Thoreau Park Elementary School had 21 students for every full-time equivalent teacher.
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Recent Reviews
Thoreau Park Elementary School
i used to love this school and my son does too.He says fifth grade is hard but can be fun at times.
Submitted by a Parent on Oct 25, 2011
Thoreau Park Elementary School
Jen: When I was going to Thoureau Park a LONG time ago~Mrs. Mize and the whole staff were wonderful!! I have MANY fond memories of this school!!
Submitted by a Former Student on May 24, 2010
Thoreau Park Elementary School
4
Julie Martens: This school works hard to achieve and expect achievement from each child. With very little help from the community with levey's being passed they go above and beyond to make sure the cuts do not affect the childrens education. The staff is friendly the teachers are talented.
Submitted by a Parent on Feb 4, 2009
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