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Asbury Elementary School

Elementary School · Groveport Madison Local

5127 Harbor Blvd, Columbus, OH 43232

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

20.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,473 of 3,441

In Columbus

#81 of 224

public schools

In district

#5 of 11

Groveport Madison Local

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Asbury Elementary School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sedalia Elementary

7.3/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.3/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Asbury Elementary School

Asbury Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Groveport Madison Local. Asbury Elementary School serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Asbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,473 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Asbury Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Asbury Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Asbury Elementary School runs 20.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

34% of students at Asbury Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-30.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,810
Chronic Absenteeism33.9%

Asbury Elementary School — Students at Asbury Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
41.7%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Asbury Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
28th percentile in OH
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

Location

5127 Harbor Blvd, Columbus, OH 43232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Asbury Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sedalia Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Groveport Community School (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Groveport), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Sedalia Elementary Columbus 0.5 mi 7.3
Groveport Madison Middle School North Columbus 0.6 mi 5.3
Dunloe Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 3.4
Madison Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 4.7
Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus Columbus 1.2 mi 2.6
Independence High School Columbus 1.4 mi 2.9
Liberty Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 5.9
Eastland Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.5 mi 2.7
Capital City Career Prep High School Columbus 1.8 mi 3.1
Eastland Career Center Groveport 1.7 mi 4.9
Performance Academy Eastland Columbus 2.0 mi 4.7
Groveport Madison High School Groveport 1.9 mi 3.5
Lil Cruiser Campus Groveport 1.9 mi 5.1
Zenith Academy East Columbus 2.0 mi 4.4
Groveport Community School Groveport 2.0 mi 5.6
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy Columbus 2.1 mi 4.9
Arts & College Preparatory Academy Columbus 2.3 mi 5.0
HARVEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Canal Winchester 2.1 mi 6.3
Leawood Elementary School Columbus 2.8 mi 5.5
Walnut Ridge High School Columbus 2.9 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,599

Median Home Value

$152,700

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Population

46,844

College Educated

17.6%

Homeownership

38.9%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Asbury Elementary School

What grades does Asbury Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Asbury Elementary School?

Asbury Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Asbury Elementary School is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Asbury Elementary School rank in OH?

Asbury Elementary School ranks #2,473 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Asbury Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Asbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Asbury Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Asbury Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Asbury Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Asbury Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

79.2% of students at Asbury 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

District

Groveport Madison Local
District Enrollment
6,239
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,810
District Rank
#5 of 11

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