Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winterset 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winterset Elementary School serves the northwest part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winterset Elementary School's student population of 326 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winterset 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 Winterset 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
#1613 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
27%
17%
White
43%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winterset Elementary School's ranking?
Winterset Elementary School is ranked #1613 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Winterset Elementary School often compared to?
Winterset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gables Elementary School, Ecole Kenwood French Immersion by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Winterset Elementary School?
326 students attend Winterset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Winterset Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winterset Elementary School?
Winterset Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winterset Elementary School offer ?
Winterset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winterset Elementary School part of?
Winterset Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Winterset Elementary School located?
Winterset Elementary School is located in the Governours Square neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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