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#2805 of 3,441 schools in OH

Beechwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Whitehall City

455 Beechwood Rd, Whitehall, OH 43213

Enrollment

481

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,805 of 3,441

In Whitehall

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Whitehall City

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Beechwood Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Whitehall · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Beechwood Elementary School

Beechwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Whitehall, OH, part of Whitehall City. Beechwood Elementary School serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Beechwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,805 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Beechwood Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Beechwood 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 Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461
Chronic Absenteeism34.5%

Beechwood Elementary School — Students at Beechwood Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.0% (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
60%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
33.7%
ELA
38.7%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Beechwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in OH
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

455 Beechwood Rd, Whitehall, OH 43213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beechwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. Another option is Renaissance Academy dba Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Aca (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Whitehall, see our Whitehall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MATER DEI ACADEMY Columbus 0.6 mi
Whitehall Yearling High School Whitehall 0.6 mi 3.4
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Columbus 0.8 mi 6.0
Eastmoor Academy Columbus 0.7 mi 3.6
Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys Columbus 0.8 mi 3.1
Etna Road Elementary School Whitehall 0.8 mi 5.1
Fairmoor Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 3.8
Whitehall Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 1.4 mi 4.3
Rosemore Middle School Whitehall 1.2 mi 3.6
Kae Avenue Elementary School Whitehall 1.2 mi 5.5
Johnson Park Middle School Columbus 1.4 mi 3.4
Renaissance Academy dba Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Aca Columbus 1.6 mi 7.1
Mason Run High School Columbus 1.5 mi 3.3
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.0
Columbus Africentric Early College ES Columbus 1.5 mi 5.3
Columbus Africentric Early College High School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.9
BISHOP HARTLEY HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 1.6 mi 7.0
COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER Columbus 1.5 mi 9.2
Scottwood Elementary School Columbus 1.8 mi 4.1
Broadleigh Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,908

Median Home Value

$197,700

Median Rent

$1,107/mo

Population

35,912

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

40.4%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

38.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Bridgeport Elementary School Hamilton, OH 4.7
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus, OH 4.7
Clara E Westropp School Cleveland, OH 4.7
Constellation Schools: Elyria Community Elyria, OH 4.7
Cross Creek Elementary Wintersville, OH 4.7
Gorsuch West Elementary School Lancaster, OH 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beechwood Elementary School

What grades does Beechwood Elementary School serve?

Beechwood Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Beechwood Elementary School?

Beechwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Beechwood 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 Beechwood Elementary School rank in OH?

Beechwood Elementary School ranks #2,805 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Beechwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Beechwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Beechwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beechwood Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Beechwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Beechwood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.5%

District

Whitehall City
District Enrollment
3,327
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,461
District Rank
#3 of 5

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