Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northtowne 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northtowne Elementary School serves the northern part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northtowne Elementary School's student population of 321 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Northtowne 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 Northtowne Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2768 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
62%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northtowne Elementary School's ranking?
Northtowne Elementary School is ranked #2768 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northtowne Elementary School?
321 students attend Northtowne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Northtowne Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northtowne Elementary School?
Northtowne Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northtowne Elementary School offer ?
Northtowne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northtowne Elementary School part of?
Northtowne Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Northtowne Elementary School located?
Northtowne Elementary School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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