Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ohio Avenue 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 89% 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: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ohio Avenue Elementary School serves the southern part of Columbus, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 2.7 square miles, where families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ohio Avenue Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Dedicated to Excellence in Education'
School Rankings
Ohio Avenue 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 Ohio Avenue Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#3095 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
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)84.1%
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)
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2014. 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 Ohio Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3095 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ohio Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Ohio Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Siebert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ohio Avenue Elementary School?
201 students attend Ohio Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ohio Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ohio Avenue Elementary School?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ohio Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ohio Avenue Elementary School part of?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Ohio Avenue Elementary School located?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School is located in the Near East Side neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 7 other public schools located in Near East Side.
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