Worthington Hills Elementary School

1221 Candlewood Dr
Columbus, OH 43235
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Worthington Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 528 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 5% in OH
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 91% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : Worthington Hills Elementary School serves the northwest part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living about 1.2 miles away from its edges.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Worthington Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Worthington Hills Elementary School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Worthington Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Worthington Hills Elementary School is 0.32, 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.
This School
State Level (OH)
#68 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
87%
54%
91%
60%
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
82%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
(22-23)
7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Worthington Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Worthington Hills Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Worthington Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Worthington Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evening Street Elementary School, Granby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Worthington Hills Elementary School?
528 students attend Worthington Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Worthington Hills Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worthington Hills Elementary School?
Worthington Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Worthington Hills Elementary School offer ?
Worthington Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Worthington Hills Elementary School part of?
Worthington Hills Elementary School is part of Worthington City School District.
In what neighborhood is Worthington Hills Elementary School located?
Worthington Hills Elementary School is located in the Worthington Hills neighborhood of Columbus, OH.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 528 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 91% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : Worthington Hills Elementary School serves the northwest part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living about 1.2 miles away from its edges.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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