Licking Heights Central Preschool serves 170 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Licking Heights Central Preschool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Licking Heights Central Preschool's student population of 170 students has grown by 448% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Licking Heights Central Preschool is 0.74, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
25%
17%
White
40%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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
How many students attend Licking Heights Central Preschool?
170 students attend Licking Heights Central Preschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Licking Heights Central Preschool students are White, 25% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Licking Heights Central Preschool?
Licking Heights Central Preschool has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Licking Heights Central Preschool offer ?
Licking Heights Central Preschool offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Licking Heights Central Preschool part of?
Licking Heights Central Preschool is part of Licking Heights Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Licking Heights Central Preschool located?
Licking Heights Central Preschool is located in the Summit Station neighborhood of Pataskala, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Summit Station.
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