Serving 350 students in grades 3-5, Bigelow Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bigelow Hill Elementary School serves the northwest part of Findlay, OH, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles and the furthest edge located 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bigelow Hill Elementary School's student population of 350 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Bigelow Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bigelow Hill Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1591 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
68%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
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 Bigelow Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Bigelow Hill Elementary School is ranked #1591 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bigelow Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Bigelow Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Primary School, Northview Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bigelow Hill Elementary School?
350 students attend Bigelow Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bigelow Hill Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bigelow Hill Elementary School?
Bigelow Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bigelow Hill Elementary School offer ?
Bigelow Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bigelow Hill Elementary School part of?
Bigelow Hill Elementary School is part of Findlay City School District.
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