Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Barnesville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Barnesville Elementary School's student population of 516 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our job is not to prepare students for something. Our job is to help students prepare themselves for anything.
School Rankings
Barnesville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnesville Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#796 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
White
97%
65%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Shamrocks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnesville Elementary School's ranking?
Barnesville Elementary School is ranked #796 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Barnesville Elementary School often compared to?
Barnesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Local Elementary School, St. Clairsville Elementary School, Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Barnesville Elementary School?
516 students attend Barnesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Barnesville Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnesville Elementary School?
Barnesville Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barnesville Elementary School offer ?
Barnesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnesville Elementary School part of?
Barnesville Elementary School is part of Barnesville Exempted Village School District.
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