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Eakin Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

3774 Eakin Rd, Columbus, OH 43228

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,277 of 3,441

In Columbus

#193 of 224

public schools

In district

#98 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Eakin Elementary School

3.4/10

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

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3.9/10

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About Eakin Elementary School

Eakin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Eakin Elementary School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Eakin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,277 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Eakin Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

66% of students at Eakin 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 Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism65.6%

Eakin Elementary School — Students at Eakin Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.8% (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
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
10.7%
ELA
13.8%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Eakin Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in OH
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.6%

Location

3774 Eakin Rd, Columbus, OH 43228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eakin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Academy (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Zenith Academy West (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 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
Wedgewood Middle School Columbus 0.2 mi 3.9
West Franklin Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 4.6
Bridge Gate Community School Columbus 0.5 mi 5.0
Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 6.1
Sullivant Avenue Community School Columbus 0.5 mi 3.9
Franklin Heights High School Columbus 0.7 mi 3.6
Westside Academy Columbus 0.7 mi 6.2
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 0.9 mi 3.5
Zenith Academy West Columbus 1.2 mi 6.0
Westgate Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 5.6
Binns Elementary School Columbus 1.2 mi 4.9
ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL Columbus 1.2 mi 5.9
Great Western Academy Columbus 1.6 mi 3.5
Stiles Family Center Columbus 1.4 mi
West High School Columbus 1.5 mi 2.8
Stiles Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.0
Valleyview Elementary School Columbus 1.8 mi 3.8
Westmoor Middle School Columbus 1.8 mi 3.2
West Broad Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 4.1
Burroughs Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,895

Median Home Value

$204,000

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

58,607

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

45.5%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eakin Elementary School

What grades does Eakin Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Eakin Elementary School?

Eakin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Eakin 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 Eakin Elementary School rank in OH?

Eakin Elementary School ranks #3,277 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Eakin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eakin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Eakin Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eakin Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Eakin Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Eakin Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.6%

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