The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-34% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 81%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (09-10)
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)30-34%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)45-49%
81%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(09-10)3%
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(09-10)n/a
4%
Black
(09-10)90%
17%
White
(09-10)4%
76%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
65%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
4%
6%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 81% OH state average).
How many students attend Douglas Alternative Elementary School?
211 students attend Douglas Alternative Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Douglas Alternative Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Douglas Alternative Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Alternative Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Douglas Alternative Elementary School part of?
Douglas Alternative Elementary School is part of Columbus City School District.
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