Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Moler 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moler Elementary School serves the southern part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moler Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Moler 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 Moler Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3116 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)82.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-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 Moler Elementary School's ranking?
Moler Elementary School is ranked #3116 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Moler Elementary School often compared to?
Moler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Moler Elementary School?
287 students attend Moler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Moler Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moler Elementary School?
Moler Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moler Elementary School offer ?
Moler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moler Elementary School part of?
Moler Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Moler Elementary School located?
Moler Elementary School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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