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#377 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 11% in state

Clinton Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

10 Clinton Heights Ave, Columbus, OH 43202

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#377 of 3,441

In Columbus

#11 of 224

public schools

In district

#1 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Clinton Elementary School

8.6/10

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

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6.5/10

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6.2/10

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About Clinton Elementary School

Clinton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Clinton Elementary School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Clinton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #377 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Clinton Elementary School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+34.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Clinton Elementary School — Students at Clinton Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 88.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2018
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2022
Math
80.2%
ELA
83.5%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Clinton Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
89th percentile in OH
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
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)
21.7%

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

10 Clinton Heights Ave, Columbus, OH 43202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clinton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ecole Kenwood French Immersion (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Indian Springs Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Indianola Informal K-8 School Columbus 0.6 mi 6.5
Dominion Middle School Columbus 0.9 mi 6.2
CALUMET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus 0.9 mi 6.5
Great River Connections Academy Columbus 0.8 mi 5.2
BISHOP WATTERSON HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 1.3 mi 6.3
OSU CHILD CARE CENTER ELEMENTARY Columbus 1.2 mi
CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY Columbus 1.2 mi 8.0
Indian Springs Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 7.9
Graham School The Columbus 1.3 mi 5.4
Como Elementary School Columbus 1.2 mi 5.1
World Language Middle School Columbus 1.6 mi 5.2
Cranbrook Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 5.6
Colerain Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 4.9
Whetstone High School Columbus 1.6 mi 3.5
Ecole Kenwood French Immersion Columbus 1.5 mi 8.1
SONSHINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbus 1.5 mi 6.8
Ridgeview Middle School Columbus 1.7 mi 4.7
OUR LADY OF BETHLEHEM SCHOOL & CHILDCARE Columbus 1.9 mi
ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Columbus 1.6 mi 6.3
Graham Elementary and Middle School Columbus 2.1 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,689

Median Home Value

$317,000

Median Rent

$1,170/mo

Population

20,059

College Educated

62.2%

Homeownership

30.6%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

30

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clinton Elementary School

What grades does Clinton Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Clinton Elementary School?

Clinton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Clinton Elementary School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clinton Elementary School rank in OH?

Clinton Elementary School ranks #377 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Clinton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clinton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Clinton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clinton Elementary School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Clinton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Clinton Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

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