Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Violet 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 77% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Violet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Violet Elementary School's student population of 608 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Educating for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Violet Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Violet Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#368 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
32%
17%
White
44%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Violet Elementary School's ranking?
Violet Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Violet Elementary School often compared to?
Violet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toll Gate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Violet Elementary School?
608 students attend Violet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Violet Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Violet Elementary School?
Violet Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Violet Elementary School offer ?
Violet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Violet Elementary School part of?
Violet Elementary School is part of Pickerington Local School District.
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