Needs Improvement
#3305 of 3,441 schools in OH
Licking Heights Central Preschool
School · Licking Heights Local
6565 Summit Rd SW, Pataskala, OH 43062
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on OH statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
28.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
28.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,305 of 3,441
In Pataskala
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Licking Heights Local
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Licking Heights Central Preschool
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About Licking Heights Central Preschool
Licking Heights Central Preschool is a public school in Pataskala, OH, part of Licking Heights Local. Licking Heights Central Preschool serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 28.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Licking Heights Central Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,305 of 3,441 schools in OH.
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- OH avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Licking Heights Central Preschool is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Licking Heights Central Preschool runs 28.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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How Licking Heights Central Preschool Compares
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Location
6565 Summit Rd SW, Pataskala, OH 43062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Licking Heights Central Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Blacklick), which scores notably higher. Another option is LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Etna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blacklick Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Blacklick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pataskala, see our Pataskala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LICKING HEIGHTS CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pataskala | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| South Elementary Pataskala | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| LICKING HEIGHTS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pataskala | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Summit Road Elementary Reynoldsburg | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Taylor Road Elementary School Reynoldsburg | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Licking Heights High School Pataskala | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| West Elementary School Blacklick | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Waggoner Road Junior High Reynoldsburg | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Licking Heights Middle School Pataskala | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Blacklick | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Reynoldsburg | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Slate Ridge Elementary School Reynoldsburg | 3.8 mi | 3.6 |
| French Run Elementary School Reynoldsburg | 3.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Etna Elementary Etna | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Etna | 3.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Rose Hill Elementary School Reynoldsburg | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Fairfield Elementary School Pickerington | 4.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Pataskala Elementary School Pataskala | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Blacklick Elementary School Blacklick | 4.0 mi | 8.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF REYNOLDSBURG Columbus | 4.1 mi | — |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Licking Heights Central Preschool
What grades does Licking Heights Central Preschool serve?
Licking Heights Central Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Licking Heights Central Preschool?
Licking Heights Central Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Licking Heights Central Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at Licking Heights Central Preschool is 28.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Licking Heights Central Preschool rank in OH?
Licking Heights Central Preschool ranks #3,305 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Licking Heights Central Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Licking Heights Central Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Licking Heights Central Preschool a charter school?
No, Licking Heights Central Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Licking Heights Central Preschool a Title I school?
No, Licking Heights Central Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Licking County
- Phone
- (740) 927-3365
Resources & Links
District
Licking Heights Local- District Enrollment
- 5,163
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,990
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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