Serving 686 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Indianola Informal K-8 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 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indianola Informal K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Indianola Informal K-8 School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indianola Informal K-8 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 Indianola Informal K-8 School is 0.59, 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
#1735 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
27%
17%
White
57%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Indianola Informal K-8 School's ranking?
Indianola Informal K-8 School is ranked #1735 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Indianola Informal K-8 School often compared to?
Indianola Informal K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Springs Elementary School, Clinton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Indianola Informal K-8 School?
686 students attend Indianola Informal K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Indianola Informal K-8 School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indianola Informal K-8 School?
Indianola Informal K-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indianola Informal K-8 School offer ?
Indianola Informal K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Indianola Informal K-8 School part of?
Indianola Informal K-8 School is part of Columbus City School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2018
My children are so happy here! The project based learning, and arts-integrated curriculum go beyond the usual cookie cutter curriculum offered in most schools. My kids are so excited about the projects they work on- the in-depth real learning that occurs is truly child centered- it`s not a culture of do this but don`t ask questions- questions, ideas are encouraged!
4 4/7/2017
This school community is wonderful, and parent involvement has always been at the center of Indianola. Our PTO is extraordinary in supporting classroom teachers in gaining resources, planning events for our community and school to come together, and working to include all families in our school. We have worked diligently to keep student teacher ratios at a minimum since 1975. Our largest classes are at 27 students, some are as low as 17, depending on grade. Our program works best with lower class sizes, due to it's project based learning, and arts-integrated curriculum. We strive to teach community and individual responsibility, to support the students in taking ownership over their own education and learning environments. Indianola in a child-centered learning approach, and best started in the lower grades, to build a foundation into the upper grades. Until recently, there was no lottery placement for students beyond 2nd grade. Now the district is back filling upper grades with students and it has given way to new challenges in finding ways to integrate new students into this highly informal and specialized program.
2 11/22/2010
Terrible PTA. Parents are not encouraged to participate. High student/teacher ratio.
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