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Great River Connections Academy
School · Great River Connections Academy
3650 Olentangy River Rd Ste 430, Columbus, OH 43214
Enrollment
1,681
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,681
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,500 of 3,441
In Columbus
#82 of 224
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Great River Connections Academy
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About Great River Connections Academy
Great River Connections Academy is a public school in Columbus, OH, part of Great River Connections Academy. Great River Connections Academy serves approximately 1,681 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 28:1 student-teacher ratio. Great River Connections Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,500 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Great River Connections Academy show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- OH avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Great River Connections Academy 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.
Great River Connections Academy runs 28:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Great River Connections Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Great River Connections Academy — Students at Great River Connections Academy score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.9/10.
How Great River Connections Academy Compares
See how Great River Connections Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3650 Olentangy River Rd Ste 430, Columbus, OH 43214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great River Connections Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Greensview Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Upper Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clinton Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ecole Kenwood French Immersion (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ecole Kenwood French Immersion Columbus | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Cranbrook Elementary School Columbus | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Clinton Elementary School Columbus | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Ridgeview Middle School Columbus | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Columbus | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Whetstone High School Columbus | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| OSU CHILD CARE CENTER ELEMENTARY Columbus | 1.3 mi | — |
| BISHOP WATTERSON HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF BETHLEHEM SCHOOL & CHILDCARE Columbus | 1.3 mi | — |
| Indian Springs Elementary School Columbus | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Indianola Informal K-8 School Columbus | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Dominion Middle School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| World Language Middle School Columbus | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CALUMET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Colerain Elementary School Columbus | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Upper Arlington Online Academy Upper Arlington | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY Columbus | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Upper Arlington High School Upper Arlington | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Graham School The Columbus | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Greensview Elementary School Upper Arlington | 1.7 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,838
Median Home Value
$371,200
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
26,420
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Constellation Schools: Parma Community Parma, OH | 5.1 |
| School For Creative and Performing Arts Cincinnati, OH | 5.8 |
| Cornerstone Academy Community School Westerville, OH | 6.1 |
| KIPP Columbus Columbus, OH | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great River Connections Academy
What grades does Great River Connections Academy serve?
Great River Connections Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Great River Connections Academy?
Great River Connections Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,681 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great River Connections Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Great River Connections Academy is 28:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great River Connections Academy rank in OH?
Great River Connections Academy ranks #2,500 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Great River Connections Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Great River Connections Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Great River Connections Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great River Connections Academy has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Great River Connections Academy a charter school?
Yes, Great River Connections Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Great River Connections Academy a Title I school?
No, Great River Connections Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,681
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (614) 368-1122
- 4-Year Graduation
- 57.0%
Resources & Links
District
Great River Connections Academy- District Enrollment
- 1,681
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,230
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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