The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-34% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 81%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (09-10)
211 students
Showing 2001–2010. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2002–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)30-34%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)45-49%
81%
American Indian
(09-10)3%
1%
Asian
(09-10)2%
2%
Showing 1999–2010. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
(09-10)2%
4%
Black
(09-10)90%
17%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
(09-10)3%
76%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
65%
34%
Showing 2000–2010. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
4%
6%
Showing 2000–2010. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 81% OH state average).
How many students attend Douglas Alternative Elementary School?
211 students attend Douglas Alternative Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Douglas Alternative Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Douglas Alternative Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Alternative Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Douglas Alternative Elementary School part of?
Douglas Alternative Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
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