Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Binns 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Binns Elementary School serves the southwest part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Binns Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Binns 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 Binns Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#2412 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
24%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
44%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Binns Elementary School's ranking?
Binns Elementary School is ranked #2412 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Binns Elementary School often compared to?
Binns Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berwick Alternative K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Binns Elementary School?
299 students attend Binns Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Binns Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Binns Elementary School?
Binns Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Binns Elementary School offer ?
Binns Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Binns Elementary School part of?
Binns Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Binns Elementary School located?
Binns Elementary School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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