Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Kirkersville 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: 82%
- Reading Proficiency: 86%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirkersville Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kirkersville Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)82%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)86%
83%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
83%
67%
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
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kirkersville Elementary School often compared to?
Kirkersville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Granville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% OH state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Kirkersville Elementary School?
480 students attend Kirkersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Kirkersville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirkersville Elementary School?
Kirkersville Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kirkersville Elementary School offer ?
Kirkersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Kirkersville Elementary School part of?
Kirkersville Elementary School is part of Southwest Licking Local School District.
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