Licking Heights High School is a public high school in Pataskala, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Licking Heights Local School District.
Serving 820 students in grades 7-8, Licking Heights Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Licking Heights Central's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pataskala, OH, encompassing approximately 36.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Licking Heights Middle School's student population of 820 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
820 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
Average Class Size
300 students
School Motto
Elevating Every Learner to New Heights
School Rankings
Licking Heights Middle 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 Licking Heights Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2000 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
34%
17%
White
31%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Licking Heights Middle School's ranking?
Licking Heights Middle School is ranked #2000 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Licking Heights Middle School often compared to?
Licking Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watkins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Licking Heights Middle School?
820 students attend Licking Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Licking Heights Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Licking Heights Middle School?
Licking Heights Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Licking Heights Middle School offer ?
Licking Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Licking Heights Middle School part of?
Licking Heights Middle School is part of Licking Heights Local School District.
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