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#2624 of 3,441 schools in OH
Burroughs Elementary School
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
551 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH 43204
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,624 of 3,441
In Columbus
#100 of 224
public schools
In district
#40 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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Burroughs Elementary School
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About Burroughs Elementary School
Burroughs Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Burroughs Elementary School serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Burroughs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,624 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Burroughs Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Burroughs 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.
66% of students at Burroughs 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
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Burroughs Elementary School — Students at Burroughs Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.5/10.
How Burroughs Elementary School Compares
See how Burroughs Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
551 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH 43204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burroughs Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Educational Academy for Boys & Girls (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Zenith Academy West (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL Columbus | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Hilltonia Middle School Columbus | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| West High School Columbus | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Lindbergh Elementary School Columbus | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| West Broad Elementary School Columbus | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Highland Elementary School Columbus | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Westgate Alternative Elementary School Columbus | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Educational Academy for Boys & Girls Columbus | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Briggs High School Columbus | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| West Mound Elementary School Columbus | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Binns Elementary School Columbus | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Sullivant Avenue Community School Columbus | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Valleyview Elementary School Columbus | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Westmoor Middle School Columbus | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Zenith Academy West Columbus | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Franklin Heights High School Columbus | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| East Franklin Elementary School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Great Western Academy Columbus | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| West Franklin Elementary School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,158
Median Home Value
$170,900
Median Rent
$1,206/mo
Population
43,444
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burroughs Elementary School
What grades does Burroughs Elementary School serve?
Burroughs Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Burroughs Elementary School?
Burroughs Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burroughs Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Burroughs Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burroughs Elementary School rank in OH?
Burroughs Elementary School ranks #2,624 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Burroughs Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Burroughs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Burroughs Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burroughs Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Burroughs Elementary School a charter school?
No, Burroughs Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burroughs Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Burroughs Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.0%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5923
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #40 of 114
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