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Bluffton Elementary School

📍 Bluffton, Ohio Public

534

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

18.4:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Students per teacher

K–5

🎓 Grade Levels

6 active grades

29.0

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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Bluffton Elementary School, an elementary public school serving grades K–5 in Bluffton, Ohio, with 534 students and a student-teacher ratio of 18.4:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Bluffton, Ohio, Bluffton Elementary School is a regular public school serving students from grades K–5. The school operates within the Bluffton Exempted Village in Allen County. With a current reported enrollment of 534 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, Bluffton Elementary School maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.4:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 29.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Bluffton, the student body at Bluffton Elementary School represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (90.6%), Hispanic (5.8%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

534 Students reported

White 90.6%

484 enrolled students

Hispanic 5.8%

31 enrolled students

Two or more races 2.4%

13 enrolled students

Black / African American 0.6%

3 enrolled students

Asian 0.6%

3 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0%

0 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 534

👦 Male 50.7% (271) 👧 Female 49.3% (263)

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

6 Grade Levels

107

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School facts

Address 102 S Jackson St, Bluffton, OH 45817

Phone (419) 358-7951

School district Bluffton Exempted Village

County Allen County

Grades K–5

Students 534 students

Student–teacher ratio 18.4:1

Full-time teachers 29.0

Community type Rural: Distant

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Not virtual

Coordinates 40.89460, -83.89280

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NCES school ID 390452102124

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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102 S Jackson St

Bluffton, OH 45817 Allen County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at Bluffton Elementary School? +

Bluffton Elementary School serves students in grades K–5. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Ohio state educational standards.

How many students attend Bluffton Elementary School? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Bluffton Elementary School has a total reported enrollment of 534 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at Bluffton Elementary School? +

The student-teacher ratio at Bluffton Elementary School is 18.4:1, supported by approximately 29.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is Bluffton Elementary School a public or private school? +

Bluffton Elementary School is a traditional public school located in Bluffton, Ohio under the administration of the Bluffton Exempted Village.

Where is Bluffton Elementary School located? +

Bluffton Elementary School is located at 102 S Jackson St, Bluffton, OH 45817. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (419) 358-7951 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.