Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beacon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Beacon Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beacon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1399 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
7%
Black
10%
17%
White
63%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Elementary School's ranking?
Beacon Elementary School is ranked #1399 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Beacon Elementary School often compared to?
Beacon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Britton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Beacon Elementary School?
451 students attend Beacon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Beacon Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beacon Elementary School?
Beacon Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beacon Elementary School offer ?
Beacon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Beacon Elementary School part of?
Beacon Elementary School is part of Hilliard City School District.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Elementary School located?
Beacon Elementary School is located in the Beacon neighborhood of Hilliard, OH.
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