Columbus Grove Elementary School

Columbus Grove Elementary School serves 265 students in kindergarten through fourth grade in Columbus Grove, Ohio. With a composite score of 9.4 out of 10, the school earns an Exceptional rating — a reflection of both strong academic performance and outstanding student growth. The numbers behind that rating are striking.

Columbus Grove Elementary ranks 5th among 1,742 elementary schools in Ohio and sits at 12th out of 3,440 public schools statewide. Its growth score of 9.7 out of 10 signals that students are making measurable academic gains year over year, not just arriving with advantages. The academic score of 9.0 rounds out a profile that outperforms every other public school in the state.

The student-teacher ratio of 12.0 to 1 gives teachers meaningful classroom time with each student — a practical factor parents consistently cite when choosing an elementary school. For families in Columbus Grove comparing local options, this school holds the top spot among the three schools in the district. For families searching more broadly across Ohio, few elementary schools match its combination of high achievement and strong growth.

Columbus Grove Elementary is a concrete, data-backed choice for parents who want both academic rigor and demonstrated student progress.

Located in a rural area, Columbus Grove Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.