Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alum Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Alum Creek Elementary School serves the southeast part of Lewis Center, OH, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 1.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alum Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alum Creek Elementary School's student population of 664 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alum Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alum Creek Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
27%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
9%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
53%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alum Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Alum Creek Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Alum Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Alum Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Creek Elementary School, Freedom Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Alum Creek Elementary School?
664 students attend Alum Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Alum Creek Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alum Creek Elementary School?
Alum Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alum Creek Elementary School offer ?
Alum Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alum Creek Elementary School part of?
Alum Creek Elementary School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
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