Buckeye Central High School is a public high school in New Washington, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Buckeye Central Local School District.
Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Buckeye Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckeye Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Buckeye Central Elementary School's student population of 261 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Red, Grey, Scarlet
School Calendar
School Motto
'Where Students Come First'
School Rankings
Buckeye Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckeye Central 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
#476 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Buckeye Central Local School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Deer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckeye Central Elementary School's ranking?
Buckeye Central Elementary School is ranked #476 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Buckeye Central Elementary School?
261 students attend Buckeye Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Buckeye Central Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckeye Central Elementary School?
Buckeye Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckeye Central Elementary School offer ?
Buckeye Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckeye Central Elementary School part of?
Buckeye Central Elementary School is part of Buckeye Central Local School District.
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