Serving 505 students in grades 2-5, Etna Road Elementary School 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 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Etna Road Elementary School serves a 1.1 square mile area in central Columbus, OH, with most families typically within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of about 0.9 miles to the school's edge, reaching up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Etna Road Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Etna Road Elementary School 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 Etna Road Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2201 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-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 is Etna Road Elementary School's ranking?
Etna Road Elementary School is ranked #2201 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Etna Road Elementary School often compared to?
Etna Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kae Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Etna Road Elementary School?
505 students attend Etna Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Etna Road Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Etna Road Elementary School?
Etna Road Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Etna Road Elementary School offer ?
Etna Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Etna Road Elementary School part of?
Etna Road Elementary School is part of Whitehall City School District.
In what neighborhood is Etna Road Elementary School located?
Etna Road Elementary School is located in the Bernhards neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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