Average
#1498 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 44% in state
Buckeye South Elementary School
Elementary School · Buckeye Local
100 Walden Ave, Tiltonsville, OH 43963
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,498 of 3,441
In district
#3 of 5
Buckeye Local
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Buckeye South Elementary School
Elementary School in Tiltonsville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buckeye South Elementary School
Buckeye South Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tiltonsville, OH, part of Buckeye Local. Buckeye South Elementary School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckeye South Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,498 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Buckeye South Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Buckeye South Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Buckeye South Elementary School — Students at Buckeye South Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Buckeye South Elementary School Compares
See how Buckeye South Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
100 Walden Ave, Tiltonsville, OH 43963
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buckeye South Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethlehem Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Wheeling), which scores notably higher. Another option is Steenrod Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Wheeling), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buckeye North Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Brilliant), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tiltonsville, see our Tiltonsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Local Junior High Rayland | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Buckeye Local High School Rayland | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wheeling | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Warwood School Wheeling | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School Martins | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Martins Ferry Middle School Martins Ferry | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Martins Ferry High School Martins Ferry | 4.5 mi | 4.8 |
| SPEIRO ACADEMY Martins Ferry | 4.9 mi | — |
| MARTINS FERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Martins Ferry | 5.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Woodsdale Elementary School Wheeling | 6.4 mi | 6.3 |
| WHEELING COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wheeling | 6.4 mi | 7.4 |
| THE LINSLY SCHOOL Wheeling | 6.7 mi | 8.3 |
| West Liberty Elementary School West Liberty | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Wheeling | 6.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Madison Elementary School Wheeling | 7.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Buckeye North Elementary School Brilliant | 7.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Wheeling Park High School Wheeling | 7.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Steenrod Elementary School Wheeling | 7.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Triadelphia Middle School Wheeling | 7.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Bethlehem Elementary School Wheeling | 8.7 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43963 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,795
Median Home Value
$98,700
Median Rent
$806/mo
Population
1,191
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
47
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alpine Elementary School Columbus, OH | 6.8 |
| Buckeye Valley East Elementary School Ashley, OH | 6.8 |
| Buckeye West Elementary School Adena, OH | 6.8 |
| Conotton Valley Elementary Bowerston, OH | 6.8 |
| Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School Streetsboro, OH | 6.8 |
| Holden Elementary School Kent, OH | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buckeye South Elementary School
What grades does Buckeye South Elementary School serve?
Buckeye South Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Buckeye South Elementary School?
Buckeye South Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckeye South Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Buckeye South Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buckeye South Elementary School rank in OH?
Buckeye South Elementary School ranks #1,498 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Buckeye South Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Buckeye South Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Buckeye South Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buckeye South Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Buckeye South Elementary School a charter school?
No, Buckeye South Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buckeye South Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Buckeye South Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buckeye South Elementary School?
73.8% of students at Buckeye South Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.5%
- Phone
- (740) 859-2800
Resources & Links
District
Buckeye Local- District Enrollment
- 1,328
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,536
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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