Below Average
#3082 of 3,441 schools in OH
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School
Middle School · Columbus City Schools District
3223 Allegheny Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
32.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
32.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,082 of 3,441
In Columbus
#161 of 224
public schools
In district
#80 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 32.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,082 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 197 students, Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Columbus Africentric Early College Middle 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.
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School runs 32.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School — Students at Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 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: 7.3/10.
How Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School Compares
See how Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3223 Allegheny Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bexley Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys (rated 3.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 Middle School
What grades does Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School serve?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is 32.8:1. 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 Middle School rank in OH?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School ranks #3,082 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School a charter school?
No, Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School a Title I school?
No, Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 197
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.9%
- 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
- #80 of 114
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