Very Good
#236 of 3,159 schools in OH
Top 7% in state
Worthington Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · Worthington City
1221 Candlewood Dr, Columbus, OH 43235
About Worthington Hills Elementary School
Worthington Hills Elementary School serves 538 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Columbus, Ohio, earning strong academic recognition throughout Franklin County. With 28 full-time equivalent teachers maintaining a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio, the school has achieved a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #406 out of 3,468 schools statewide, placing it in the 88th percentile. The school demonstrates impressive academic performance with an outstanding 9.3 out of 10 academic score.
Students consistently excel in core subjects, with 87% achieving proficient or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 85% reach proficiency in mathematics. These strong results reflect both dedicated teaching and an engaged school community. Worthington Hills Elementary sits within the 43235 ZIP code area, home to 45,462 residents in a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The neighborhood's median household income of $83,371 and median home value of $302,000, combined with a low poverty rate of 8.4%, contribute to a stable environment that supports student success. The school operates in a large suburban setting that provides families with the benefits of both educational excellence and community stability.
Score Breakdown
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Worthington Hills Elementary School — Students at Worthington Hills Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores OH OST (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
📈 ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Worthington Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Worthington Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 76% (2019) to 73% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 83% (2019) to 82% (2021).
Location
1221 Candlewood Dr, Columbus, OH 43235
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 43235 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,371
Median Home Value
$302,000
Median Rent
$1,350/mo
Population
45,462
College Educated
59.6%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Worthington Hills Elementary School
What grades does Worthington Hills Elementary School serve?
Worthington Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Worthington Hills Elementary School?
Worthington Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Worthington Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Worthington Hills Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Worthington Hills Elementary School rank in OH?
Worthington Hills Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 3,159 schools in OH.
What is Worthington Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Worthington Hills Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at Worthington Hills Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Worthington Hills Elementary School has 80.8% math proficiency and 84.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Worthington Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Worthington Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Worthington Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Worthington Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Worthington Hills Elementary School?
4.6% of students at Worthington Hills Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (614) 450-4700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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