Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Columbus 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 54%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Columbus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Columbus Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
East Columbus 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 East Columbus Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#2910 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
40%
8%
Black
47%
17%
White
7%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Columbus City Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Columbus Elementary School's ranking?
East Columbus Elementary School is ranked #2910 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are East Columbus Elementary School often compared to?
East Columbus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedarwood 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 54% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend East Columbus Elementary School?
364 students attend East Columbus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of East Columbus Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Columbus Elementary School?
East Columbus Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Columbus Elementary School offer ?
East Columbus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Columbus Elementary School part of?
East Columbus Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is East Columbus Elementary School located?
East Columbus Elementary School is located in the East Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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