Serving 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bolton Crossing Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bolton Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bolton Crossing Elementary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Bolton Crossing Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bolton Crossing Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1804 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)48%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
30%
17%
White
39%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Bolton Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Bolton Crossing Elementary School is ranked #1804 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bolton Crossing Elementary School?
717 students attend Bolton Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bolton Crossing Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bolton Crossing Elementary School?
Bolton Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bolton Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Bolton Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bolton Crossing Elementary School part of?
Bolton Crossing Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bolton Crossing Elementary School located?
Bolton Crossing Elementary School is located in the Windward Farms neighborhood of Grove City, OH.
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