Serving 672 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blacklick Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blacklick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Blacklick Elementary School's student population of 672 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Blacklick Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blacklick Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#918 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)72%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
24%
17%
White
56%
66%
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
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Blacklick Elementary School's ranking?
Blacklick Elementary School is ranked #918 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Blacklick Elementary School?
672 students attend Blacklick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Blacklick Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blacklick Elementary School?
Blacklick Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blacklick Elementary School offer ?
Blacklick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blacklick Elementary School part of?
Blacklick Elementary School is part of Gahanna-Jefferson City School District.
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