The top reported proficiency rate is 49% in Social studies. The lowest is 30% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Deveaux Elementary School
DeVeaux Elementary School is a regular public K-8 school serving roughly mid-range enrollment in Toledo's West Side. The school sits in an area with modest home values and moderate rental costs, part of a city undergoing visible revitalization, though the neighborhood economics remain below state benchmarks.
The academic results tell a straightforward story: proficiency is low across the board. In math and English language arts, about a third of students in grades 3-8 scored at the proficient level or above on state assessments. Science proficiency was lower still, at roughly a third of those assessed. Testing participation was strong—nearly all students took the exams—so these numbers reflect actual performance rather than opt-outs. When compared against other districts in Lucas County, DeVeaux's overall proficiency index places it in the bottom quartile of the county's schools. State assessment results from 2016-17 in social studies were mixed by grade, with fourth graders performing better than sixth graders, but those data are now several years old and social studies testing has changed since then.
The student body is diverse. Black students represent a substantial plurality, followed by white students, students identifying as two or more races, and Hispanic students. The enrollment is stable across grades with roughly balanced distribution from kindergarten through eighth grade, totaling about mid-range size for a K-8 school.
Toledo City Schools is in significant transition. In April 2026, the district approved a major restructuring plan to address a substantial budget shortfall. The plan includes closing and repurposing multiple elementary schools, converting several K-8 buildings to K-6 configuration, and changes to school start times and transportation beginning in the 2026-27 school year. Parents considering this school should check directly with the district about whether DeVeaux will be affected by these changes, what its grade configuration will be going forward, and how busing and schedules may shift. Additionally, in November 2024, voters approved a property tax levy to fund operating expenses and building maintenance—a meaningful addition to the district's annual funding after more than a decade without new operating money. For families relocating to the area, this represents a property tax increase.
DeVeaux serves a neighborhood where walkability is limited and the lifestyle is largely car-dependent, though downtown Toledo and revitalized districts closer to the center offer more pedestrian-friendly amenities, cultural institutions, and employment hubs. The city's economy anchors on manufacturing, healthcare, and education, with major employers including ProMedica, Mercy Health, the University of Toledo, and companies like Owens Corning and Dana Incorporated.
The low proficiency rates suggest this school would benefit from added academic support and intervention. A parent weighing enrollment here should discuss directly with school leadership what interventions and support systems are in place, how the school is addressing these results, and what the district's academic priorities are as it undergoes restructuring.
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