Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Avalon 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avalon Elementary School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
'Inspired to Learn and Motivated to Excel'
School Rankings
Avalon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2523 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
30%
8%
Black
54%
17%
White
5%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Elementary School's ranking?
Avalon Elementary School is ranked #2523 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Avalon Elementary School often compared to?
Avalon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avondale Elementary School, Alpine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Avalon Elementary School?
399 students attend Avalon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Avalon Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avalon Elementary School?
Avalon Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avalon Elementary School offer ?
Avalon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avalon Elementary School part of?
Avalon Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Avalon Elementary School located?
Avalon Elementary School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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