Pickerington Elementary School

775 Long Rd
Pickerington, OH 43147
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Top 50%
Serving 527 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 28:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 527 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 50% in OH
  • : 60-64% (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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Attribute

School Overview

Pickerington Elementary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
527 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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School Rankings

Pickerington 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 Pickerington Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
This School
State Level (OH)
#1300 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
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60-64%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pickerington Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-64%
60%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pickerington Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
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Hispanic
6%
7%
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Black
40%
17%
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White
35%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Pickerington Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Ohio.
0.70
This chart displays the diversity score of Pickerington Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pickerington Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pickerington Elementary School's ranking?
Pickerington Elementary School is ranked #1300 out of 3,241 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
527 students attend Pickerington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pickerington Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pickerington Elementary School?
Pickerington Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, 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
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 Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 527 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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