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#1524 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 44% in state

Cassady Alternative Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

2500 N Cassady Ave, Columbus, OH 43219

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,524 of 3,441

In Columbus

#35 of 224

public schools

In district

#8 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Cassady Alternative Elementary School

6.7/10

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

Mifflin Alternative Middle School

4.6/10

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2.9/10

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About Cassady Alternative Elementary School

Cassady Alternative Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Cassady Alternative Elementary School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Cassady Alternative Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,524 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Cassady Alternative Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Cassady Alternative 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.

46% of students at Cassady Alternative 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 Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism46.4%

Cassady Alternative Elementary School — Students at Cassady Alternative Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.7% (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
42%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
21.1%
ELA
34.2%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Cassady Alternative Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in OH
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

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

2500 N Cassady Ave, Columbus, OH 43219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cassady Alternative Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Royal Manor Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Gahanna), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mifflin Alternative Middle School Columbus 0.3 mi 4.6
Legacy Academy of Excellence Columbus 0.6 mi 2.9
COLUMBUS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbus 0.9 mi 6.1
KIPP Columbus Columbus 0.8 mi 6.6
Ohio Construction Academy Columbus 1.1 mi 3.9
Mifflin High School Columbus 1.2 mi 3.0
Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School Columbus 1.2 mi 7.1
East Linden Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 5.2
Kids Care Elementary Columbus 1.5 mi 5.3
Early Childhood Education and Family Center Columbus 1.5 mi
South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.6 mi 7.6
Innis Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.3
Royal Manor Elementary School Gahanna 1.6 mi 7.4
East Columbus Elementary School Columbus 2.4 mi 4.9
Charles School at Ohio Dominican University Columbus 2.2 mi 3.6
Duxberry Park Alternative Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 4.1
Linden STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.9 mi 3.7
Goshen Lane Elementary School Gahanna 2.0 mi 6.4
Horizon Science Academy Primary Columbus 2.6 mi 5.7
Gahanna West Middle School Gahanna 2.1 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,860

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$1,191/mo

Population

32,537

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

39.9%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

31.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cassady Alternative Elementary School

What grades does Cassady Alternative Elementary School serve?

Cassady Alternative Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cassady Alternative Elementary School?

Cassady Alternative Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cassady Alternative Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cassady Alternative Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cassady Alternative Elementary School rank in OH?

Cassady Alternative Elementary School ranks #1,524 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Cassady Alternative Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cassady Alternative Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Cassady Alternative Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cassady Alternative Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cassady Alternative Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Cassady Alternative Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

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