Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ohio Avenue 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ohio Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ohio Avenue Elementary School's student population of 233 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ohio Avenue 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 Ohio Avenue Elementary School is 0.38, which is less 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
#3138 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
78%
17%
White
9%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ohio Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3138 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ohio Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Ohio Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Siebert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ohio Avenue Elementary School?
233 students attend Ohio Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ohio Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ohio Avenue Elementary School?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ohio Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ohio Avenue Elementary School part of?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ohio Avenue Elementary School located?
Ohio Avenue Elementary School is located in the Near East Side neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 7 other public schools located in Near East Side.
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