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Independence Elementary School

📍 Lima, Ohio Public

272

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

18.1:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Students per teacher

Pre-K–4

🎓 Grade Levels

6 active grades

15.0

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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Independence Elementary School, an elementary public school serving grades Pre-K–4 in Lima, Ohio, with 272 students and a student-teacher ratio of 18.1:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Lima, Ohio, Independence Elementary School is a regular public school serving students from grades Pre-K–4. The school operates within the Lima City in Allen County. With a current reported enrollment of 272 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, Independence Elementary School maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.1:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 15.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Lima, the student body at Independence Elementary School represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (42.3%), Black or African American (29.8%), Two or more races (16.9%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

272 Students reported

White 42.3%

115 enrolled students

Black / African American 29.8%

81 enrolled students

Two or more races 16.9%

46 enrolled students

Hispanic 10.3%

28 enrolled students

Asian 0.7%

2 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0%

0 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 272

👦 Male 55.1% (150) 👧 Female 44.9% (122)

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

6 Grade Levels

Pre-K

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School facts

Address 615 Tremont Ave, Lima, OH 45801

Phone (419) 996-3330

School district Lima City

County Allen County

Grades Pre-K–4

Students 272 students

Student–teacher ratio 18.1:1

Full-time teachers 15.0

Community type City: Small

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Not virtual

Coordinates 40.75370, -84.11450

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NCES school ID 390442205280

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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615 Tremont Ave

Lima, OH 45801 Allen County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at Independence Elementary School? +

Independence Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K–4. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Ohio state educational standards.

How many students attend Independence Elementary School? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Independence Elementary School has a total reported enrollment of 272 students.