Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beacon 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 55% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Beacon Elementary School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beacon 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 Beacon Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1602 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
18%
7%
Black
9%
17%
White
60%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Elementary School's ranking?
Beacon Elementary School is ranked #1602 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Beacon Elementary School often compared to?
Beacon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Britton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Beacon Elementary School?
481 students attend Beacon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Beacon Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beacon Elementary School?
Beacon Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beacon Elementary School offer ?
Beacon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Beacon Elementary School part of?
Beacon Elementary School is part of Hilliard City School District.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Elementary School located?
Beacon Elementary School is located in the Beacon neighborhood of Hilliard, OH.
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