Below Average
#2942 of 3,441 schools in OH
Columbus Downtown High School
High School · Columbus City Schools District
364 S 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 217 schools in Columbus. Learn more
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
1.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
1.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
11th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,942 of 3,441
In Columbus
#143 of 224
public schools
In district
#67 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Columbus Downtown High School
Columbus Downtown High School is a public high school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Columbus Downtown High School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades 11th-12th, and has a 1.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Downtown High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,942 of 3,441 schools in OH.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 3.8
- OH avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Columbus Downtown High 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.
At 1.6:1 students to teachers, Columbus Downtown High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
77% of students at Columbus Downtown High 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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Test Scores
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How Columbus Downtown High School Compares
See how Columbus Downtown High 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
364 S 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbus Downtown High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AKILI CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South High School (rated 4.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AKILI CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Early College Academy Columbus | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Columbus | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village Columbus | 0.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Stewart Alternative Elementary School Columbus | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Siebert Elementary School Columbus | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Livingston Elementary School Columbus | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS Columbus | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Fort Hayes Career Center Columbus | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| South High School Columbus | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Flex High School Columbus | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| United Preparatory Academy Columbus | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Southwood Elementary School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Columbus Performance Academy Columbus | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Sullivant Elementary School Columbus | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Hubbard Elementary School Columbus | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,469
Median Home Value
$508,300
Median Rent
$1,487/mo
Population
16,999
College Educated
71.5%
Homeownership
20.8%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
30.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coshocton Opportunity School Coshocton, OH | 4.6 |
| Liberty Preparatory School Smithville, OH | 4.2 |
| Summit Academy Transition High School-Columbus Columbus, OH | 4.2 |
| Summit Academy Transition High School-Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH | 4.7 |
| Road to Success Academy Columbus, OH | 4.8 |
| Schnee Learning Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbus Downtown High School
What grades does Columbus Downtown High School serve?
Columbus Downtown High School serves students in grades 11th through 12th.
How many students attend Columbus Downtown High School?
Columbus Downtown High School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Downtown High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Downtown High School is 1.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbus Downtown High School rank in OH?
Columbus Downtown High School ranks #2,942 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Columbus Downtown High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbus Downtown High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Columbus Downtown High School a charter school?
No, Columbus Downtown High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbus Downtown High School a Title I school?
No, Columbus Downtown High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 11th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.9%
- Phone
- (614) 365-2283
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #67 of 114
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