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East High School

High School · Columbus City Schools District

1500 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43205

Enrollment

437

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

2.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,405 of 3,441

In Columbus

#218 of 224

public schools

In district

#112 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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East High School

2.7/10

High School in Columbus · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East High School

East High School is a public high school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. East High School serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,405 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for East High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.8
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

94% of students at East High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics1.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-40.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate67%
AP Participation7.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism93.8%

East High School — Students at East High School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 25.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
57%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How East High School Compares

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

Overall Score
2.7/10
1th percentile in OH
Academic
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
12
7 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
93.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
7.3% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
7 boys'·5 girls'·12 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1500 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST CHARLES PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fort Hayes Career Center (rated 4.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS (rated 4.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
A+ Arts Academy Columbus 0.3 mi 3.6
MANSION DAY SCHOOL Columbus 0.3 mi 7.1
Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls Columbus 0.5 mi 4.6
Champion Middle School Columbus 0.4 mi 4.7
The Academy for Urban Scholars Columbus 0.4 mi 2.3
ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER Columbus 0.6 mi 6.8
Eastgate Elementary School Columbus 0.6 mi 3.9
Special Education Center Columbus 0.6 mi 5.8
Valor Academy Inc. Columbus 0.6 mi 4.9
ST CHARLES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Columbus 0.7 mi 7.8
Beatty Park Elementary School Columbus 0.8 mi 5.0
Trevitt Elementary School Columbus 0.8 mi 5.0
Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.1 mi 6.2
Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.0
Fairwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 6.2
COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Columbus 1.2 mi 9.2
Livingston Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.4
Eagle Charter Schools of Ohio dba the Shepard School Columbus 1.6 mi 4.6
Fort Hayes Career Center Columbus 1.5 mi 4.3
Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS Columbus 1.5 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,214

Median Home Value

$290,800

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

12,400

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

37%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

34.3

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Marion-Franklin High School Columbus, OH 2.9
Towpath Trail High School Akron, OH 2.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East High School

What grades does East High School serve?

East High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend East High School?

East High School has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East High School?

The student-teacher ratio at East High School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East High School rank in OH?

East High School ranks #3,405 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is East High School's MySchoolScout rating?

East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is East High School a charter school?

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

Is East High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
93.8%
4-Year Graduation
67.0%

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