Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Kirkersville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirkersville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kirkersville Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Kirkersville 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 Kirkersville Elementary School is 0.39, which is less 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
#880 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
77%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Kirkersville Elementary School's ranking?
Kirkersville Elementary School is ranked #880 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Kirkersville Elementary School often compared to?
Kirkersville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Granville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Kirkersville Elementary School?
480 students attend Kirkersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kirkersville Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirkersville Elementary School?
Kirkersville Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kirkersville Elementary School offer ?
Kirkersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirkersville Elementary School part of?
Kirkersville Elementary School is part of Southwest Licking Local School District.
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