Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Hylen Souders Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hylen Souders Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Campus Size
310 acres
School Motto
Inspiring and Guiding each student to his or her maximum potential
School Rankings
Hylen Souders Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hylen Souders Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#928 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
83%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hylen Souders Elementary School's ranking?
Hylen Souders Elementary School is ranked #928 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hylen Souders Elementary School?
289 students attend Hylen Souders Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hylen Souders Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hylen Souders Elementary School?
Hylen Souders Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hylen Souders Elementary School offer ?
Hylen Souders Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hylen Souders Elementary School part of?
Hylen Souders Elementary School is part of Big Walnut Local School District.
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