Serving 92 students in grades 6-12, Columbus Scioto 6-12 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbus Scioto 6-12's student population of 92 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
92 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Where education comes first and Excellence is a tradition
School Rankings
Columbus Scioto 6-12 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 Scioto 6-12 is 0.56, 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
#3084 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
62%
17%
White
23%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Scioto 6-12's ranking?
Columbus Scioto 6-12 is ranked #3084 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbus Scioto 6-12 often compared to?
Columbus Scioto 6-12is often viewed alongside schools like Oakstone Community School, Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Scioto 6-12?
The graduation rate of Columbus Scioto 6-12 is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbus Scioto 6-12?
92 students attend Columbus Scioto 6-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Columbus Scioto 6-12 students are Black, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Scioto 6-12?
Columbus Scioto 6-12 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Scioto 6-12 offer ?
Columbus Scioto 6-12 offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Scioto 6-12 part of?
Columbus Scioto 6-12 is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Scioto 6-12 located?
Columbus Scioto 6-12 is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
School Reviews
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