Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Como Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Como Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Como Elementary School's student population of 262 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Como Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Como Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2994 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
46%
17%
White
32%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
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 Como Elementary School's ranking?
Como Elementary School is ranked #2994 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Como Elementary School often compared to?
Como Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Como Elementary School?
262 students attend Como Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Como Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Como Elementary School?
Como Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Como Elementary School offer ?
Como Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Como Elementary School part of?
Como Elementary School is part of Columbus City School District.
School Reviews
5 3/31/2022
I have been affiliated with Como for over 20 years. Under the leadership of Principal Julia Pierpont and the exceptional staff, Como Is setting an example for all schools to follow!!!
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