Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Indianola Informal K-8 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 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indianola Informal K-8 School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 134.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 8.5 miles, and the furthest edge located 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indianola Informal K-8 School's student population of 721 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Indianola Informal K-8 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 Indianola Informal K-8 School is 0.60, 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
#1678 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)
64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)27.7%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2004–2025. 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 Indianola Informal K-8 School's ranking?
Indianola Informal K-8 School is ranked #1678 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Indianola Informal K-8 School often compared to?
Indianola Informal K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Springs Elementary School, Clinton 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 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Indianola Informal K-8 School?
721 students attend Indianola Informal K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Indianola Informal K-8 School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indianola Informal K-8 School?
Indianola Informal K-8 School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indianola Informal K-8 School offer ?
Indianola Informal K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indianola Informal K-8 School part of?
Indianola Informal K-8 School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Indianola Informal K-8 School located?
Indianola Informal K-8 School is located in the Clintonville neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Clintonville.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Terrible PTA. Parents are not encouraged to participate. High student/teacher ratio.
4 10/10/2025
This school community is wonderful, and parent involvement has always been at the center of Indianola. Our PTO is extraordinary in supporting classroom teachers in gaining resources, planning events for our community and school to come together, and working to include all families in our school. We have worked diligently to keep student teacher ratios at a minimum since 1975. Our largest classes are at 27 students, some are as low as 17, depending on grade. Our program works best with lower class sizes, due to it's project based learning, and arts-integrated curriculum. We strive to teach community and individual responsibility, to support the students in taking ownership over their own education and learning environments. Indianola in a child-centered learning approach, and best started in the lower grades, to build a foundation into the upper grades. Until recently, there was no lottery placement for students beyond 2nd grade. Now the district is back filling upper grades with students and it has given way to new challenges in finding ways to integrate new students into this highly informal and specialized program.
5 10/10/2025
My children are so happy here! The project based learning, and arts-integrated curriculum go beyond the usual cookie cutter curriculum offered in most schools. My kids are so excited about the projects they work on- the in-depth real learning that occurs is truly child centered- it`s not a culture of do this but don`t ask questions- questions, ideas are encouraged!
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