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#2326 of 3,441 schools in OH
Darbydale Elementary School
Elementary School · South-western City · Grove City, OH
A South-western City elementary school where students score 5 points below what's typical for similar communities.
7000 London Groveport Rd, Grove City, OH 43123
- Math 55% proficient (2022)
- Reading 55% proficient (2022)
- 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Darbydale Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. OH average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 10 points since 2019, to 55% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 71% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 65% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
55.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Darbydale Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 9Car-Dependent
- Bike 19Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,791/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Grove City), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$87,883
Median home value
$262,400
Median rent
$1,279/mo
College educated
31.1%
Homeownership
73.7%
Poverty rate
7.3%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 43123; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Crossing ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 5.6 | PK–4 | 4.6 mi | 717 | Compare → |
| Buckeye Woods Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.6 | K–4 | Not available | 741 | Compare → |
| Darby Woods Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.6 | K–4 | Not available | 527 | Compare → |
| James a Harmon Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.5 | PK–4 | Not available | 598 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
South-western City
- Schools in district
- 34
- Rank in district
- #13 of 32
- District spending per student
- $14,435NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 16.8%Census SAIPE · 2024
Darbydale Elementary School is listed in South-Western City; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Darbydale Elementary School
Darbydale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grove City, OH, part of South-western City, serving approximately 388 students in grades Kindergarten-4th with a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,326 of 3,441 schools in OH. State assessment records show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Darbydale Elementary School
What grades does Darbydale Elementary School serve?
Darbydale Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Darbydale Elementary School?
Darbydale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Darbydale Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Darbydale Elementary School is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Darbydale Elementary School rank in OH?
Darbydale Elementary School ranks #2,326 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Darbydale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Darbydale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Darbydale Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Darbydale Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Darbydale Elementary School a charter school?
No, Darbydale Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Darbydale Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Darbydale Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Darbydale Elementary School?
55.4% of students at Darbydale Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (614) 801-8050
- Area population (ZIP 43123)
- 66,366
- Area average commute
- 22.4 min
- Area median age
- 39.8
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 43123; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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