Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Joshua Dixon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 16:1 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 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Joshua Dixon Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Columbiana, OH, covering approximately 16.3 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joshua Dixon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Joshua Dixon Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
ENGAGE~ EDUCATE~ EMPOWER
School Rankings
Joshua Dixon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joshua Dixon Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#520 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
90%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Joshua Dixon Elementary School's ranking?
Joshua Dixon Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Joshua Dixon Elementary School often compared to?
Joshua Dixon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Joshua Dixon Elementary School?
363 students attend Joshua Dixon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Joshua Dixon Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joshua Dixon Elementary School?
Joshua Dixon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joshua Dixon Elementary School offer ?
Joshua Dixon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joshua Dixon Elementary School part of?
Joshua Dixon Elementary School is part of Columbiana Exempted Village School District.
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