Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodcrest 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 40-44% (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 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodcrest Elementary School serves the southeast part of Columbus, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodcrest Elementary School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Woodcrest 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 Woodcrest Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#2330 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
75%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 12-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 Woodcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Woodcrest Elementary School is ranked #2330 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Woodcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Woodcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Woodcrest Elementary School?
286 students attend Woodcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Woodcrest Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodcrest Elementary School?
Woodcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodcrest Elementary School offer ?
Woodcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodcrest Elementary School part of?
Woodcrest Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Woodcrest Elementary School located?
Woodcrest Elementary School is located in the Pine Hills neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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