Serving 409 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chapelfield Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower 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 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chapelfield Elementary School serves the west part of Columbus, OH, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 1.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapelfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chapelfield Elementary School's student population of 409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chapelfield Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chapelfield 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
#893 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
21%
17%
White
57%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapelfield Elementary School's ranking?
Chapelfield Elementary School is ranked #893 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Chapelfield Elementary School often compared to?
Chapelfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Lane Elementary School, Royal Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Chapelfield Elementary School?
409 students attend Chapelfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Chapelfield Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapelfield Elementary School?
Chapelfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chapelfield Elementary School offer ?
Chapelfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chapelfield Elementary School part of?
Chapelfield Elementary School is part of Gahanna-Jefferson City School District.
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