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Columbus Scioto 6-12

High School · Columbus City Schools District

2951 S High St, Columbus, OH 43207

Enrollment

89

Student-Teacher

4.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,717 of 3,441

In Columbus

#43 of 224

public schools

In district

#12 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Columbus Scioto 6-12

6.4/10

High School in Columbus · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Parsons Elementary School

2.7/10

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4.9/10

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About Columbus Scioto 6-12

Columbus Scioto 6-12 is a public high school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Columbus Scioto 6-12 serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Scioto 6-12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,717 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Columbus Scioto 6-12 show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 3.8
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 89 students, Columbus Scioto 6-12 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 Scioto 6-12 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.

At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Columbus Scioto 6-12 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio4.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308

Columbus Scioto 6-12 — Students at Columbus Scioto 6-12 score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 16.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2011
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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 Scioto 6-12 Compares

See how Columbus Scioto 6-12 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in OH
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

2951 S High St, Columbus, OH 43207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Columbus Scioto 6-12 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South High School (rated 4.5/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Summit Academy Transition High School-Columbus (rated 4.2/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Marion-Franklin High School (rated 2.9/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Parsons Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 2.7
Buckeye Middle School Columbus 0.6 mi 4.9
NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus 1.0 mi 7.1
A+ Children's Academy Columbus 1.3 mi 3.6
CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Columbus 1.3 mi
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.7
Southwood Elementary School Columbus 2.1 mi 4.0
Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus 2.2 mi 2.7
Lincoln Park Elementary School Columbus 2.2 mi 6.6
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield Columbus 1.8 mi 6.7
Marion-Franklin High School Columbus 2.0 mi 2.9
Stewart Alternative Elementary School Columbus 2.8 mi 4.7
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus Columbus 2.2 mi 6.4
Summit Academy Transition High School-Columbus Columbus 2.2 mi 4.2
Summit Academy Community School-Columbus Columbus 2.2 mi 7.7
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus 2.8 mi 6.1
South High School Columbus 2.8 mi 4.5
Watkins Elementary School Columbus 2.3 mi 4.3
Siebert Elementary School Columbus 2.9 mi 5.3
Hamilton Local Preschool Columbus 2.9 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,307

Median Home Value

$156,200

Median Rent

$1,115/mo

Population

46,810

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

39.1

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School Rating
Chalker High School Southington, OH 6.5
Summit Academy Secondary School - Middletown Middletown, OH 6.2
T2 Honors Academy Warrensville Heights, OH 6.2
ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Ironton, OH 6.8
Tri-State STEM+M School South Point, OH 6.0
Franklin Local Community School Roseville, OH 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Columbus Scioto 6-12

What grades does Columbus Scioto 6-12 serve?

Columbus Scioto 6-12 serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Columbus Scioto 6-12?

Columbus Scioto 6-12 has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Scioto 6-12?

The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Scioto 6-12 is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Columbus Scioto 6-12 rank in OH?

Columbus Scioto 6-12 ranks #1,717 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Columbus Scioto 6-12's MySchoolScout rating?

Columbus Scioto 6-12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Scioto 6-12?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus Scioto 6-12 has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Columbus Scioto 6-12 a charter school?

No, Columbus Scioto 6-12 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Columbus Scioto 6-12 a Title I school?

No, Columbus Scioto 6-12 is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

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