Pickerington Elementary School

Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pickerington Elementary School ranks in the top 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 59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 585 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : Top 50% in OH
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pickerington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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School Overview

Pickerington Elementary School's student population of 585 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

School Rankings

Pickerington 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 Pickerington Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#1464 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
59%
54%
60-64%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
41%
17%
White
32%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pickerington Elementary School's ranking?
Pickerington Elementary School is ranked #1464 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pickerington Elementary School often compared to?
Pickerington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pickerington Elementary School?
585 students attend Pickerington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pickerington Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pickerington Elementary School?
Pickerington Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pickerington Elementary School offer ?
Pickerington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pickerington Elementary School part of?
Pickerington Elementary School is part of Pickerington Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Pickerington Elementary School located?
Pickerington Elementary School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Pickerington, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in South Columbus.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 585 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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