Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-4, West Franklin 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 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Franklin Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Franklin 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 West Franklin Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2252 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
23%
8%
Black
40%
17%
White
26%
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
80%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 West Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
West Franklin Elementary School is ranked #2252 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend West Franklin Elementary School?
484 students attend West Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of West Franklin Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Franklin Elementary School?
West Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Franklin Elementary School offer ?
West Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is West Franklin Elementary School part of?
West Franklin Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is West Franklin Elementary School located?
West Franklin Elementary School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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