Below Average
#2784 of 3,441 schools in OH
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
775 Bartfield Dr, Columbus, OH 43207
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,784 of 3,441
In Columbus
#120 of 224
public schools
In district
#53 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School
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About Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,784 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Cedarwood 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
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Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School — Students at Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 3.9/10.
How Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School Compares
See how Cedarwood Alternative 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
775 Bartfield Dr, Columbus, OH 43207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hamilton Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Academy Community School-Columbus (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,307
Median Home Value
$156,200
Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Population
46,810
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School
What grades does Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School serve?
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School?
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School rank in OH?
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School ranks #2,784 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedarwood Alternative 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 Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cedarwood Alternative 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
- 347
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5421
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #53 of 114
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