Serving 825 students in grades 5-6, Licking Heights Central Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Licking Heights Central Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Licking Heights Central Intermediate School's student population of 825 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Licking Heights Central Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Licking Heights Central Intermediate School is 0.71, 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
#2268 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
31%
17%
White
35%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Licking Heights Central Intermediate School's ranking?
Licking Heights Central Intermediate School is ranked #2268 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Licking Heights Central Intermediate School often compared to?
Licking Heights Central Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Licking Heights Central Intermediate School?
825 students attend Licking Heights Central Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Licking Heights Central Intermediate School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 27% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Licking Heights Central Intermediate School?
Licking Heights Central Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Licking Heights Central Intermediate School offer ?
Licking Heights Central Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Licking Heights Central Intermediate School part of?
Licking Heights Central Intermediate School is part of Licking Heights Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Licking Heights Central Intermediate School located?
Licking Heights Central Intermediate School is located in the Summit Station neighborhood of Pataskala, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Summit Station.
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