LICKING HEIGHTS SOUTH

Licking Heights South is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Licking Heights Local school district, located in Pataskala, OH with about 848 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, Licking Heights South has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Licking Heights South is a public elementary school located in Pataskala, Ohio, serving as part of the Licking Heights Local School District. Situated on Summit Road, the school focuses on providing foundational education to students in the surrounding community. As the district has experienced significant growth due to the rapid development of the Pataskala and Jersey Township areas, Licking Heights South operates within a rapidly evolving suburban environment, emphasizing academic core subjects while fostering a supportive classroom climate for its students.

The school is part of a district known for navigating the challenges of high population growth, often focusing on community engagement and the integration of modern instructional practices. Like other schools in the Licking Heights system, Licking Heights South prioritizes student development through standard curriculum requirements, extracurricular opportunities, and a commitment to preparing students for the transition into the higher grade levels of the district’s secondary schools. It serves as a central hub for families in the area, contributing to the district’s ongoing efforts to balance its expanding enrollment with consistent educational quality.

For more information, contact Licking Heights South at (740) 964-1674 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.