Needs Improvement
#3231 of 3,441 schools in OH
Southwest Licking Early Learning Center
School · Southwest Licking Local
927 South St Unit B, Pataskala, OH 43062
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on OH statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,231 of 3,441
In Pataskala
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Southwest Licking Local
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Southwest Licking Early Learning Center
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About Southwest Licking Early Learning Center
Southwest Licking Early Learning Center is a public school in Pataskala, OH, part of Southwest Licking Local. Southwest Licking Early Learning Center serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Licking Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,231 of 3,441 schools in OH.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.5
- OH avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, Southwest Licking Early Learning Center 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.
Southwest Licking Early Learning Center runs 21.4:1 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 Southwest Licking Early Learning Center Compares
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Location
927 South St Unit B, Pataskala, OH 43062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Licking Early Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Toll Gate Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Pickerington), which scores notably higher. Another option is LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Etna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Toll Gate Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Pickerington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pataskala, see our Pataskala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWL Digital Academy Pataskala | 1.1 mi | — |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Etna | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Watkins Memorial High School Pataskala | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Etna Elementary Etna | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Watkins Intermediate School Pataskala | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Watkins Middle School Etna | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Kirkersville Elementary School Etna | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Pataskala Elementary School Pataskala | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Toll Gate Elementary Pickerington | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Toll Gate Middle School Pickerington | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Pickerington Lakeview Junior High Pickerington | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Summit Road Elementary Reynoldsburg | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Pickerington High School North Pickerington | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| South Elementary Pataskala | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LICKING HEIGHTS CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pataskala | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
| LICKING HEIGHTS CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Pataskala | 4.5 mi | 3.3 |
| LICKING HEIGHTS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pataskala | 4.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Violet Elementary School Pickerington | 4.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Taylor Road Elementary School Reynoldsburg | 4.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Licking Heights Middle School Pataskala | 5.8 mi | 4.7 |
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 Southwest Licking Early Learning Center
What grades does Southwest Licking Early Learning Center serve?
Southwest Licking Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Southwest Licking Early Learning Center?
Southwest Licking Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Licking Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Licking Early Learning Center is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Licking Early Learning Center rank in OH?
Southwest Licking Early Learning Center ranks #3,231 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Southwest Licking Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Licking Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southwest Licking Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Southwest Licking Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Licking Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Southwest Licking Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 150
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Licking County
- Phone
- (740) 927-5437
Resources & Links
District
Southwest Licking Local- District Enrollment
- 4,924
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,739
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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