Serving 196 students in grades 6-8, Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls 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 24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls encompasses the entire school district in Columbus, OH, covering approximately 134.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls's student population of 196 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Rankings
Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls 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 Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls is 0.51, which is less 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
#2421 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
68%
17%
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White
8%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls's ranking?
Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls is ranked #2421 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls often compared to?
Columbus City Preparatory School For Girlsis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Arts & Technology Academy, Columbus Performance Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls?
196 students attend Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls?
Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls offer ?
Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls part of?
Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls located?
Columbus City Preparatory School For Girls is located in the Near East Side neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 7 other public schools located in Near East Side.
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