Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-4, West Franklin 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 52% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Franklin Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Franklin Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Franklin 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 West Franklin Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2112 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
31%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
38%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
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)28.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 West Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
West Franklin Elementary School is ranked #2112 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend West Franklin Elementary School?
488 students attend West Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of West Franklin Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Franklin Elementary School?
West Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Franklin Elementary School offer ?
West Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Franklin Elementary School part of?
West Franklin Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is West Franklin Elementary School located?
West Franklin Elementary School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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