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#2687 of 3,441 schools in OH

East Columbus Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

3100 E. 7th Ave, Columbus, OH 43219

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,687 of 3,441

In Columbus

#110 of 224

public schools

In district

#47 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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East Columbus Elementary School

4.9/10

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

Maryland Elementary School

9.6/10

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5.3/10

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About East Columbus Elementary School

East Columbus Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. East Columbus Elementary School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Columbus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,687 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for East Columbus Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at East Columbus Elementary School 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.

68% of students at East Columbus 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 Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism68%

East Columbus Elementary School — Students at East Columbus Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.4% (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
52%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
16.1%
ELA
23.2%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How East Columbus Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in OH
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
68.0%

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

3100 E. 7th Ave, Columbus, OH 43219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Columbus Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maryland Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cassingham Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Maryland Elementary School Columbus 0.8 mi 9.6
Columbus Africentric Early College ES Columbus 0.8 mi 5.3
Columbus Africentric Early College High School Columbus 0.8 mi 4.9
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School Columbus 0.8 mi 4.0
Broadleigh Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 5.9
Eagle Charter Schools of Ohio dba the Shepard School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.6
Ohio Construction Academy Columbus 1.4 mi 3.9
COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Columbus 1.6 mi 9.2
Cassingham Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 9.0
Charles School at Ohio Dominican University Columbus 1.3 mi 3.6
South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.5 mi 7.6
Bexley Middle School Columbus 1.7 mi 8.7
Early Childhood Education and Family Center Columbus 1.5 mi
Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys Columbus 1.6 mi 3.1
Bexley High School Columbus 1.7 mi 8.8
BCS Online School Columbus 1.8 mi
ST CHARLES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Columbus 1.8 mi 7.8
Fairmoor Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 3.8
Eastmoor Academy Columbus 1.9 mi 3.6
Legacy Academy of Excellence Columbus 2.0 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,860

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$1,191/mo

Population

32,537

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

39.9%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

31.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Columbus Elementary School

What grades does East Columbus Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend East Columbus Elementary School?

East Columbus Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Columbus Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Columbus Elementary School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Columbus Elementary School rank in OH?

East Columbus Elementary School ranks #2,687 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is East Columbus Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Columbus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 East Columbus Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Columbus Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Columbus Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is East Columbus Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
68.0%

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