Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maize Road 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maize Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maize Road Elementary School's student population of 309 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maize Road Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maize Road Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2934 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
21%
8%
Black
47%
17%
White
19%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maize Road Elementary School's ranking?
Maize Road Elementary School is ranked #2934 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Maize Road Elementary School often compared to?
Maize Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Maize Road Elementary School?
309 students attend Maize Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Maize Road Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maize Road Elementary School?
Maize Road Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maize Road Elementary School offer ?
Maize Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maize Road Elementary School part of?
Maize Road Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Maize Road Elementary School located?
Maize Road Elementary School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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