Preston Elementary recognized by state as 'School of Promise'

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On Oct. 5, the Ohio Department of Education announced that Preston Elementary School is now rated as one of its "Schools of Promise."

Preston was one of just six school buildings in Summit County to receive the recognition.

These schools are buildings with more than 40 percent poverty that meet or exceed state standards in reading or math for all groups tested.

According to the Ohio Department of Education, 41.3 percent of Preston's students are economically disadvantaged, and 85.3 percent of those students met or exceeded the state standards on reading.

From Appalachia to the inner cities, the number of Ohio schools with more than 40 percent poverty that met or exceeded state standards in reading or mathematics for all groups of children went from 117 in 2006 to 194 in 2007.

Susan Tave Zelman, superintendent of public instruction, recently sent letters of recognition to each of the school's principals, who also will receive a banner.

In Schools of Promise, all student groups meet the federal requirement of Adequate Yearly Progress.

These schools highlight the achievement of all racial and ethnic groups, as well as students from low-income backgrounds.

"At a time when schools are being held more accountable for all groups of children, both statewide and at the federal level, these Schools of Promise are solid evidence that students from low-income communities can beat the odds.

They provide hope and promise to students and teachers in all Ohio schools," said Zelman.