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Montrose Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 378 students

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5 stars

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Posted January 3, 2013

My child has not been enrolled as yet for me to give my review, but with the positive reviews of other parents i would definetly want my child to attend this school.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted February 8, 2012

Our daughter is enrolled here two years ago and loves the school after her expereince in Dayton. Her teachers have been first rate and are intersted in her progress. The new principal and front office staff and most professional. Thank you Montrose for making education fu as well as worthwhile
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 6, 2012

Excellent school with a strong sense of community. Caring staff. New leadership is strong. PTO is very strong.


Posted February 6, 2012

As a parent of several present and former student, I'm thrilled wilt the education they have or are recieving. The staff and teachers are very caring and enthusiastic in their dealing with the students. They are well prerpared for high school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

Wonderful and caring staff and teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 16, 2009

This was an excellent school. Although, I wasn't an A student, I believe this school has helped me the most in excelling into Middle School. A great school indeed!
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 28, 2008

I have twins who just started Montrose this year. This school has been a tremondus blessing to our family. I love the teachers and how envolved they keep all parents. I would recommend the school to anyone.. its awesome!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 6, 2008

This school is wonderful. Great teachers, parent support. What a great community
—Submitted by Michelle, a parent


Posted January 18, 2007

Two of my three children have attended Montrose and I think it is a fantastic school. The teachers and administration are great. They care for the children above and beyond. The specials offered to the kids are fantastic and the children have many free opportunities to get involved and learn new interests and skills. Parent involvement is particularly high and the PTO is very instrumental in assisting the school with the children's needs in mind.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 1, 2005

this is a great school with careing teachers and staff
—Submitted by melissa, a former student


Posted August 5, 2005

I was a student at Montrose for 6 years and I loved it! I would not want to go to any other school. At Montrose I really felt like the teachers cared about me a lot. When I was new they hepled me meet new friends and made the learning so much fun. I loved montrose so much I didnt want to leave.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted August 3, 2005

Montrose Elementary is an exemplary school. I have found that the educators (in all disciplines, including art, music and gym) have been very aware of the diversity of their students. As a single parent, I felt that my son's family status was never an issue in the classroom. Likewise, the school made several attempts to make sure that my son's needs for academic enrichment were met. Teachers went above and beyond their required tasks and hours to make sure that my son grew as a student and a person. As Montrose encouraged and supported his participation in numerous free/inexpensive extra-curricular activities (student council, chess, safety patrol, juggling, choir and orchestra), my son has been able to meet a number of students from different grades within all three Bexley elementary schools. While excited to reach middle school, he's sad to leave Montrose - that in itself speaks volumes about the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 31, 2005

My son goes to Montrose and we absolutely love this school. We moved to Bexley from elsewhere in Columbus specifically for this school district and Montrsose in particular. The teachers are caring, involved, patient, and thorough. The parent involvement is much higher than at other schools. The PTA is very organized and constantly has events and opportunities to get involved on many different levels. The music cirriculum is outstanding as is the physical education and the library. Montrose is very advanced from a technology standpoint and the children are introduced to computers at an early age, kindergarten. Both my wife and I are thrilled to have our son at Montrose and are looking forward to our 2 year old daughter going there in the future.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 24, 2005

This school is not good for youth who are not from a high socio-economic environment or of a minority race. The level of outreach to serve and help trouble youth or youth that may learn in a different way is terrible. More specifically, this school and some of the faculty practices racism and discrimination.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 24, 2005

Montrose has been a big disappointment to me. My child's teacher was passive in her discipline and her way of dealing with problem was to kick my child out of the school. I think that education should be accessible and equal for all and at Montrose I am afraid to say that it is not.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 31, 2004

Montrose Elementary School provides students with one of the finest educations available in the country. The administration and faculty are well-educated and intelligent. Parents and teachers are truly invested in the students and push for success. The school consistently ranks among the top schools in the state of Ohio. There is a challenging curriculum, including elementary-level foreign languages. The arts are well-supported, and there is a multitude of extracurricular activities available. Montrose Elementary students come from many backgrounds and are pleasant, warm, and welcoming.
—Submitted by a former student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
92%

2007

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
89%

2007

 
 
83%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
84%

2007

 
 
98%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
89%

2007

 
 
98%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
69%

2008

 
 
86%

2007

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
95%

2007

 
 
94%
Science

The state average for Science was 71% in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
64%

2008

 
 
91%

2007

 
 
77%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
94%

2007

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
88%

2007

 
 
94%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students88%
Female90%
Male85%
Black, non-Hispanic75%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students91%
Female>95%
Male85%
Black, non-Hispanic83%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students96%
Female>95%
Male91%
Black, non-Hispanicn/a
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students93%
Female>95%
Male87%
Black, non-Hispanicn/a
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled93%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students77%
Female64%
Male89%
Black, non-Hispanicn/a
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged58%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Disabled70%
Non-disabled79%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students77%
Female73%
Male82%
Black, non-Hispanicn/a
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged78%
Disabled70%
Non-disabled79%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted91%

Science

All Students83%
Female77%
Male89%
Black, non-Hispanicn/a
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Disabled80%
Non-disabled84%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted94%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students86%
Female88%
Male83%
Black, non-Hispanicn/a
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged65%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Disabled40%
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students91%
Female95%
Male85%
Black, non-Hispanicn/a
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Disabled60%
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

In 2010-2011, this school received an Overall Rating of "Met Expected Growth".

Math

Reading

Grade 4MetMet
Grade 5MetMet
Grade 6AboveAbove

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Ohio Department of Education used the Value-Added Measure to show how much growth students made on the Ohio Achievement Test since the last school year. The state expects that student test scores will show an average year's worth of growth compared to test scores from the previous year. Ohio's Value-Added Measure is not the same as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), a federal measure which uses different criteria.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

 
102 (2011)
 
100 (2010)
 
101 (2009)
 
102 (2008)

0
60
120

About the tests


Ohio uses the Performance Index to provide an overall indication of how well students perform on its standardized tests each year. The Performance Index scores are based upon how well each student does on all tested subjects in grades 3 through 8 and 10. Schools and districts earn anywhere from 1.2 points for each student scoring at the advanced level to zero points for each untested student. The Performance Index ranges between 0 and 120, with 100 as the statewide goal for all students.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 84% 76%
Black 11% 16%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 2%
Hispanic 2% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Economically disadvantaged students 19%N/A36%
Students with disabilities 12%N/A14%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Attendance

  This school District averageState average
Attendance rate 96%N/A94%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree or higher 100%N/A99%
Master's degree or higher 69%N/A59%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Temporary teaching certificate 0%N/AN/A
Fully certified 100%N/A98%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
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2555 East Main St
Bexley, OH 43209
Phone: (614) 237-4226

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