Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Park Alternative 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakland Park Alternative Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Columbus, OH, encompassing approximately 134.9 square miles. Parents can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Oakland Park Alternative 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 Oakland Park Alternative Elementary 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
#2528 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
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)41%
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 Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School is ranked #2528 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School often compared to?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maize Road Elementary School, Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School?
295 students attend Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School part of?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School located?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School is located in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 12 other public schools located in North Linden.
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