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Cranbrook Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

908 Bricker Blvd, Columbus, OH 43221

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,241 of 3,441

In Columbus

#69 of 224

public schools

In district

#23 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Cranbrook Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cranbrook Elementary School

Cranbrook Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Cranbrook Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cranbrook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,241 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Cranbrook Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Cranbrook Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism42.9%

Cranbrook Elementary School — Students at Cranbrook Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
31.4%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Cranbrook Elementary School Compares

See how Cranbrook Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in OH
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.9%

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

908 Bricker Blvd, Columbus, OH 43221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cranbrook Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greensview Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Upper Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barrington Road Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Upper Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tremont Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Upper Arlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Columbus 0.7 mi 6.3
Ecole Kenwood French Immersion Columbus 0.9 mi 8.1
OSU CHILD CARE CENTER ELEMENTARY Columbus 0.8 mi
Great River Connections Academy Columbus 0.9 mi 5.2
Upper Arlington Online Academy Upper Arlington 1.0 mi 4.9
Upper Arlington High School Upper Arlington 1.0 mi 7.9
Ridgeview Middle School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.7
Clinton Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 8.6
ST AGATHA SCHOOL Columbus 1.4 mi 7.1
Metro Early College High School Columbus 1.8 mi 6.9
Tremont Elementary School Upper Arlington 1.5 mi 8.9
Whetstone High School Columbus 1.9 mi 3.5
Greensview Elementary School Upper Arlington 1.8 mi 9.5
OUR LADY OF BETHLEHEM SCHOOL & CHILDCARE Columbus 2.0 mi
Hastings Middle School Upper Arlington 1.6 mi 7.8
Barrington Road Elementary School Upper Arlington 1.9 mi 9.3
Dominion Middle School Columbus 1.7 mi 6.2
Indianola Informal K-8 School Columbus 1.7 mi 6.5
Jones Middle School Upper Arlington 2.1 mi 9.1
CALUMET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus 1.8 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,393

Median Home Value

$419,200

Median Rent

$1,441/mo

Population

35,037

College Educated

69.3%

Homeownership

67.7%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cranbrook Elementary School

What grades does Cranbrook Elementary School serve?

Cranbrook Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Cranbrook Elementary School?

Cranbrook Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cranbrook Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cranbrook Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cranbrook Elementary School rank in OH?

Cranbrook Elementary School ranks #2,241 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Cranbrook Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cranbrook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Cranbrook Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cranbrook Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cranbrook Elementary School a charter school?

No, Cranbrook Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cranbrook Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Cranbrook Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.9%

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