Skip to main content

Very Good

#855 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 25% in state

Based on limited data

Etna Elementary

Elementary School · Southwest Licking Local

8500 Columbia Rd SW, Etna, OH 43062

Enrollment

508

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#855 of 3,441

In Etna

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Southwest Licking Local

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Etna Elementary?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Etna Elementary

7.8/10

Elementary School in Etna · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Liberty Christian Academy

8.3/10

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Southwest Licking Early Learning Center

3.6/10

1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Etna Elementary

Etna Elementary is a public elementary school in Etna, OH, part of Southwest Licking Local. Etna Elementary serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Etna Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #855 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Etna Elementary show 77% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics8.6Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment6.5Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,739
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Etna Elementary — Students at Etna Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

How Etna Elementary Compares

See how Etna Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
75th percentile in OH
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8500 Columbia Rd SW, Etna, OH 43062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Etna Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Toll Gate Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Pickerington), with a very similar rating. Another option is Watkins Intermediate School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Pataskala), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kirkersville Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Etna, see our Etna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Etna 0.7 mi 8.3
Southwest Licking Early Learning Center Pataskala 1.0 mi 3.6
SWL Digital Academy Pataskala 2.0 mi
Watkins Intermediate School Pataskala 1.7 mi 7.8
Watkins Memorial High School Pataskala 1.8 mi 5.6
Pataskala Elementary School Pataskala 2.2 mi 7.4
Watkins Middle School Etna 2.5 mi 5.8
Kirkersville Elementary School Etna 2.6 mi 7.8
Summit Road Elementary Reynoldsburg 2.9 mi 7.0
Toll Gate Elementary Pickerington 3.9 mi 8.0
Toll Gate Middle School Pickerington 4.0 mi 8.6
South Elementary Pataskala 3.5 mi 5.8
LICKING HEIGHTS CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pataskala 3.5 mi 5.2
LICKING HEIGHTS CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Pataskala 3.5 mi 3.3
Pickerington Lakeview Junior High Pickerington 4.0 mi 7.5
LICKING HEIGHTS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pataskala 3.6 mi 4.8
Pickerington High School North Pickerington 4.3 mi 6.4
Taylor Road Elementary School Reynoldsburg 4.0 mi 5.6
Licking Heights Middle School Pataskala 4.9 mi 4.7
Violet Elementary School Pickerington 4.8 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,450

Median Home Value

$292,100

Median Rent

$1,334/mo

Population

31,822

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

81.8%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

38.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Annehurst Elementary School Westerville, OH 7.8
Beverly Gardens Elementary School Dayton, OH 7.8
East Knox Elementary School Howard, OH 7.8
Ellsworth Hill Elementary School Hudson, OH 7.8
Greenfield Elementary School Greenfield, OH 7.8
Heritage Elementary School Marion, OH 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Etna Elementary

What grades does Etna Elementary serve?

Etna Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Etna Elementary?

Etna Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Etna Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Etna Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Etna Elementary rank in OH?

Etna Elementary ranks #855 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Etna Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Etna Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Etna Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Etna Elementary has 77% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

Is Etna Elementary a charter school?

No, Etna Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Etna Elementary a Title I school?

No, Etna Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Etna Elementary?

48.0% of students at Etna Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Licking County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

Southwest Licking Local
District Enrollment
4,924
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,739
District Rank
#3 of 7

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.