Shady Lane Elementary School

1444 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shady Lane 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 24:1 is higher than 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 34% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 367 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Shady Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Shady Lane Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence in Education

School Rankings

Shady Lane 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 Shady Lane Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2528 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
54%
35-39%
60%
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
67%
17%
White
13%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shady Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Lane 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 Shady Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School, Leawood 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 Shady Lane Elementary School?
367 students attend Shady Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Shady Lane Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Lane Elementary School?
Shady Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shady Lane Elementary School offer ?
Shady Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shady Lane Elementary School part of?
Shady Lane Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Shady Lane Elementary School located?
Shady Lane Elementary School is located in the Shady Lane neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Shady Lane.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 367 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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