Serving 1,046 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Circleville 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 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,046 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Circleville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Circleville Elementary School's student population of 1,046 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,046 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Circleville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Circleville Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1798 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
66%
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
85%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circleville Elementary School's ranking?
Circleville Elementary School is ranked #1798 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Circleville Elementary School often compared to?
Circleville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scioto Elementary School, Ashville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Circleville Elementary School?
1,046 students attend Circleville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Circleville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Circleville Elementary School?
Circleville Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Circleville Elementary School offer ?
Circleville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Circleville Elementary School part of?
Circleville Elementary School is part of Circleville City School District.
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