Serving 523 students in grades 3-5, Darby Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darby Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Darby Creek Elementary School's student population of 523 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Darby Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darby Creek Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#625 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
9%
17%
White
72%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darby Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Darby Creek Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Darby Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Darby Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgewood Elementary School, Hoffman Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Darby Creek Elementary School?
523 students attend Darby Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Darby Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darby Creek Elementary School?
Darby Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Darby Creek Elementary School offer ?
Darby Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Darby Creek Elementary School part of?
Darby Creek Elementary School is part of Hilliard City School District.
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