Serving 497 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alcott Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alcott Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alcott Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcott Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#187 out of 3137 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
17%
17%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcott Elementary School's ranking?
Alcott Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Alcott Elementary School often compared to?
Alcott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Alcott Elementary School?
497 students attend Alcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Alcott Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alcott Elementary School?
Alcott Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alcott Elementary School offer ?
Alcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alcott Elementary School part of?
Alcott Elementary School is part of Westerville City School District.
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