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#175 of 3,159 schools in OH

Top 6% in state

Bluffsview Elementary School

Elementary School · Worthington City

7111 Linworth Rd, Columbus, OH 43235

397
Students
17.3:1
Student-Teacher
Kindergarten – 5th
Grades Served
Top 6%
in OH

About Bluffsview Elementary School

Bluffsview Elementary School serves 397 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Columbus, Ohio. With 23 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.3:1, providing a manageable classroom environment for learning. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranking 137th out of 3,468 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 96th percentile.

Students consistently achieve high proficiency rates, with 87% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, and 84% demonstrating proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. Located on Linworth Road in the 43235 ZIP code area, Bluffsview Elementary sits within an established neighborhood where the median household income reaches $83,371 and home values average $302,000. The surrounding community is well-educated, with 60% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 8.4%.

This regular public school benefits from its position in a large city setting while serving a stable residential area of over 45,000 residents. The combination of strong academic outcomes and an engaged community makes Bluffsview Elementary an attractive option for families seeking quality elementary education in Columbus.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Exceptional36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80%
Reading/ELA Proficiency81%
Overall Proficiency81%
Expected (poverty-adj.)51%
vs. Expected+29.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.4Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1

Bluffsview Elementary School — Students at Bluffsview Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores OH OST (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.1%
School
State
N/A

Based on 10 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

➡️ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2025
Math
84.1%
ELA
87.5%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Bluffsview Elementary School Compares

See how Bluffsview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
95th percentile in OH
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
8.0/10
Above average
Environment
5.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers

Location

7111 Linworth Rd, Columbus, OH 43235

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Phoenix Middle School Worthington 0.7 mi 7.9
Perry Middle School Worthington 0.7 mi 8.1
Worthington Kilbourne High School Worthington 0.7 mi 5.2
Mccord Middle School Columbus 0.8 mi 7.2
Worthington Hills Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 7.5
Granby Elementary School Columbus 0.8 mi 5.7
Brookside Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 7.5
Worthington Estates Elementary School Worthington 1.0 mi 6.2
Worthingway Middle School Worthington 1.2 mi 6.0
Liberty Elementary School Powell 1.4 mi 8.1
Sutter Park Preschool Powell 1.3 mi 8.2
Thomas Worthington High School Worthington 1.7 mi 4.6
Evening Street Elementary School Worthington 1.7 mi 7.2
Ohio Connections Academy Inc Worthington 1.7 mi 4.0
Kilbourne Middle School Worthington 2.1 mi 6.7
Olde Sawmill Elementary School Dublin 2.1 mi 5.3
Ann Simpson Davis Middle School Dublin 2.0 mi 5.3
Wilson Hill Elementary School Worthington 2.1 mi 6.6
Slate Hill Elementary School Worthington 2.3 mi 4.8
Colonial Hills Elementary School Worthington 2.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood 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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Minster Elementary School Minster, OH 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bluffsview Elementary School

What grades does Bluffsview Elementary School serve?

Bluffsview Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bluffsview Elementary School?

Bluffsview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluffsview Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bluffsview Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bluffsview Elementary School rank in OH?

Bluffsview Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 3,159 schools in OH.

What is Bluffsview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bluffsview Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.7 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 Bluffsview Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bluffsview Elementary School has 83.7% math proficiency and 85.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Bluffsview Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bluffsview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bluffsview Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bluffsview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bluffsview Elementary School?

18.4% of students at Bluffsview 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.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Test Scores: OH OST (2024-25) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2018-2022) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details