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#2893 of 3,441 schools in OH

Devonshire Alternative Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

6286 Ambleside Dr, Columbus, OH 43229

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,893 of 3,441

In Columbus

#135 of 224

public schools

In district

#62 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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4.5/10

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

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About Devonshire Alternative Elementary School

Devonshire Alternative Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Devonshire Alternative Elementary School serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Devonshire Alternative Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,893 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Devonshire Alternative Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Devonshire Alternative 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism33.6%

Devonshire Alternative Elementary School — Students at Devonshire Alternative Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.5% (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
65%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
27.3%
ELA
33.2%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Devonshire Alternative Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in OH
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

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

6286 Ambleside Dr, Columbus, OH 43229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Devonshire Alternative Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colonial Hills Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Worthington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley Forge Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Alpine Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 6.8
Forest Park Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 5.0
Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus Columbus 0.9 mi 7.9
Focus Learning Academy of Central Columbus Columbus 0.9 mi 7.5
Salem Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 4.5
North Woods Career Prep High School Columbus 1.0 mi 3.8
Beechcroft High School Columbus 1.0 mi 3.1
Northgate Intermediate Columbus 1.2 mi 6.1
Woodward Park Middle School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.4
WORTHINGTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY Worthington 1.2 mi 6.0
Parkmoor Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 7.5
Wilson Hill Elementary School Worthington 1.3 mi 7.6
WORTHINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Worthington 1.5 mi 6.1
WORTHINGTON CHRISTIAN KINDERGARTEN/MIDDLE SCHOOL Worthington 1.5 mi 7.2
ALMADINA ACADEMY Columbus 1.5 mi 7.5
Valley Forge Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 8.2
Colonial Hills Elementary School Worthington 1.6 mi 8.7
Northland High School Columbus 1.9 mi 3.2
Unity Academy Columbus 1.7 mi
International Acad Of Columbus Columbus 1.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,430

Median Home Value

$210,600

Median Rent

$1,082/mo

Population

54,237

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

40.5%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

33.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Devonshire Alternative Elementary School

What grades does Devonshire Alternative Elementary School serve?

Devonshire Alternative Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Devonshire Alternative Elementary School?

Devonshire Alternative Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Devonshire Alternative Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Devonshire Alternative Elementary School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Devonshire Alternative Elementary School rank in OH?

Devonshire Alternative Elementary School ranks #2,893 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Devonshire Alternative Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Devonshire Alternative Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Devonshire Alternative Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Devonshire Alternative Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Devonshire Alternative Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Devonshire Alternative Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
8 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

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