Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Columbus Africentric Early College Es 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 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbus Africentric Early College Es's student population of 424 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbus Africentric Early College Es ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Africentric Early College Es is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2853 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
93%
17%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Africentric Early College Es's ranking?
Columbus Africentric Early College Es is ranked #2853 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbus Africentric Early College Es?
424 students attend Columbus Africentric Early College Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Columbus Africentric Early College Es students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Africentric Early College Es?
Columbus Africentric Early College Es has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Africentric Early College Es offer ?
Columbus Africentric Early College Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Columbus Africentric Early College Es part of?
Columbus Africentric Early College Es is part of Columbus City School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Africentric Early College Es located?
Columbus Africentric Early College Es is located in the Mid East neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Mid East.
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