Serving 639 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blacklick Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blacklick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Blacklick Elementary School's student population of 639 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blacklick Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blacklick Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#617 out of 3137 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
22%
17%
White
58%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blacklick Elementary School's ranking?
Blacklick Elementary School is ranked #617 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Blacklick Elementary School?
639 students attend Blacklick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Blacklick Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blacklick Elementary School?
Blacklick Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blacklick Elementary School offer ?
Blacklick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blacklick Elementary School part of?
Blacklick Elementary School is part of Gahanna-Jefferson City School District.
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