Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Pataskala Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pataskala Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Pataskala Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pataskala Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1353 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
67%
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
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Pataskala Elementary School's ranking?
Pataskala Elementary School is ranked #1353 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pataskala Elementary School often compared to?
Pataskala Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watkins Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pataskala Elementary School?
453 students attend Pataskala Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pataskala Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pataskala Elementary School?
Pataskala Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pataskala Elementary School offer ?
Pataskala Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pataskala Elementary School part of?
Pataskala Elementary School is part of Southwest Licking Local School District.
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