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#2439 of 3,441 schools in OH
Columbus Africentric Early College ES
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
3223 Allegheny Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
32.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
32.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,439 of 3,441
In Columbus
#78 of 224
public schools
In district
#27 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Columbus Africentric Early College ES
Columbus Africentric Early College ES is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Columbus Africentric Early College ES serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 32.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Africentric Early College ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,439 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Columbus Africentric Early College ES show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Columbus Africentric Early College ES 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.
Columbus Africentric Early College ES runs 32.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
50% of students at Columbus Africentric Early College ES 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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Columbus Africentric Early College ES — Students at Columbus Africentric Early College ES score 20% 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: 8.1/10.
How Columbus Africentric Early College ES Compares
See how Columbus Africentric Early College ES 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
3223 Allegheny Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbus Africentric Early College ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maryland Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montrose Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,155
Median Home Value
$373,500
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
28,431
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbus Africentric Early College ES
What grades does Columbus Africentric Early College ES serve?
Columbus Africentric Early College ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Columbus Africentric Early College ES?
Columbus Africentric Early College ES has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Africentric Early College ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Africentric Early College ES is 32.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbus Africentric Early College ES rank in OH?
Columbus Africentric Early College ES ranks #2,439 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Columbus Africentric Early College ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbus Africentric Early College ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Columbus Africentric Early College ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus Africentric Early College ES has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Columbus Africentric Early College ES a charter school?
No, Columbus Africentric Early College ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbus Africentric Early College ES a Title I school?
No, Columbus Africentric Early College ES is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.7%
- Phone
- (614) 365-6517
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #27 of 114
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