Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Barnesville 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 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barnesville Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
533 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Barnesville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnesville Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1211 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
1%
8%

Black
n/a
17%

White
97%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Barnesville Elementary School's ranking?
Barnesville Elementary School is ranked #1211 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Barnesville Elementary School often compared to?
Barnesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Local Elementary School, St. Clairsville Elementary School, Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Barnesville Elementary School?
533 students attend Barnesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Barnesville Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnesville Elementary School?
Barnesville Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barnesville Elementary School offer ?
Barnesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Barnesville Elementary School part of?
Barnesville Elementary School is part of Barnesville Exempted Village School District.
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