Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James J Hilfiker Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James J Hilfiker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
James J Hilfiker Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James J Hilfiker Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James J Hilfiker Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#703 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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 James J Hilfiker Elementary School's ranking?
James J Hilfiker Elementary School is ranked #703 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are James J Hilfiker Elementary School often compared to?
James J Hilfiker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clyde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend James J Hilfiker Elementary School?
356 students attend James J Hilfiker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of James J Hilfiker Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James J Hilfiker Elementary School?
James J Hilfiker Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does James J Hilfiker Elementary School offer ?
James J Hilfiker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is James J Hilfiker Elementary School part of?
James J Hilfiker Elementary School is part of Gibsonburg Exempted Village School District.
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