Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black River Education Center Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Black River Education Center Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sullivan, OH school district, covering approximately 114 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 9.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black River Education Center Elementary School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Black River Education Center Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black River Education Center Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1015 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch (95-96)
15%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Education Center Elementary School's ranking?
Black River Education Center Elementary School is ranked #1015 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Black River Education Center Elementary School often compared to?
Black River Education Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwestern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Black River Education Center Elementary School?
443 students attend Black River Education Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Black River Education Center Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black River Education Center Elementary School?
Black River Education Center Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black River Education Center Elementary School offer ?
Black River Education Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black River Education Center Elementary School part of?
Black River Education Center Elementary School is part of Black River Local School District.
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