Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Starling Pk-8 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 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Starling Pk-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Starling Pk-8's student population of 518 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Starling Pk-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Starling Pk-8 is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3088 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
45%
17%
White
41%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starling Pk-8's ranking?
Starling Pk-8 is ranked #3088 out of 3,137 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Starling Pk-8?
518 students attend Starling Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Starling Pk-8 students are Black, 41% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Starling Pk-8?
Starling Pk-8 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Starling Pk-8 offer ?
Starling Pk-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Starling Pk-8 part of?
Starling Pk-8 is part of Columbus City School District.
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