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#2843 of 3,441 schools in OH

Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls

Middle School · Columbus City Schools District

1390 Bryden Rd, Columbus, OH 43205

Enrollment

205

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,843 of 3,441

In Columbus

#131 of 224

public schools

In district

#61 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls

4.6/10

Middle School in Columbus · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls

Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,843 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

66% of students at Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls 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 Progress2.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.28 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism65.9%

Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls — Students at Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
22.8%
ELA
52%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls Compares

See how Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
17th percentile in OH
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.9%

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

1390 Bryden Rd, Columbus, OH 43205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Valor Academy Inc. (rated 4.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Champion Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
A+ Arts Academy Columbus 0.2 mi 3.6
ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER Columbus 0.2 mi 6.8
Special Education Center Columbus 0.3 mi 5.8
East High School Columbus 0.5 mi 2.7
Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy Columbus 0.7 mi 6.2
MANSION DAY SCHOOL Columbus 0.6 mi 7.1
Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus 0.6 mi 4.0
Champion Middle School Columbus 0.7 mi 4.7
The Academy for Urban Scholars Columbus 0.7 mi 2.3
Fairwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus 0.8 mi 6.2
Valor Academy Inc. Columbus 1.0 mi 4.9
Eastgate Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 3.9
ST CHARLES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Columbus 1.0 mi 7.8
Livingston Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.4
Trevitt Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 5.0
Beatty Park Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 5.0
CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 1.4 mi 7.5
COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Columbus 1.4 mi 9.2
South High School Columbus 1.7 mi 4.5
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village Columbus 1.5 mi 2.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,214

Median Home Value

$290,800

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

12,400

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

37%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

34.3

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Greenon Jr. High School Enon, OH 4.8
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New London Middle School New London, OH 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls

What grades does Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls serve?

Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls?

Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls?

The student-teacher ratio at Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls rank in OH?

Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls ranks #2,843 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?

Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls a charter school?

No, Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls a Title I school?

No, Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.9%

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