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Groveport Community School

Elementary School · Groveport Community School

4485 S Hamilton Rd, Groveport, OH 43125

Charter

Enrollment

641

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,235 of 3,441

In Groveport

#3 of 8

public schools

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Groveport Community School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Groveport · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.5/10

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About Groveport Community School

Groveport Community School is a public elementary school in Groveport, OH, part of Groveport Community School. Groveport Community School serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Groveport Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,235 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Groveport Community School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Groveport Community 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.

Groveport Community School 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.

40% of students at Groveport Community 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 Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,580
Chronic Absenteeism40.2%

Groveport Community School — Students at Groveport Community 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 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.4% (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
39%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
26.7%
ELA
33.5%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Groveport Community School Compares

See how Groveport Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in OH
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.2%

Location

4485 S Hamilton Rd, Groveport, OH 43125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Groveport Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sedalia Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. Another option is Groveport Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glendening Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Groveport, see our Groveport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Groveport Madison High School Groveport 0.1 mi 3.5
Eastland Career Center Groveport 0.4 mi 4.9
Lil Cruiser Campus Groveport 0.4 mi 5.1
Groveport Madison Middle School South Groveport 1.4 mi 2.9
Glendening Elementary School Groveport 1.5 mi 6.0
MADISON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Groveport 1.5 mi 8.2
Groveport Elementary School Groveport 1.9 mi 6.8
Groveport Madison Middle School Central Groveport 1.9 mi 4.7
Asbury Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 5.3
Madison Elementary School Columbus 2.2 mi 4.7
Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus Columbus 2.7 mi 2.6
Sedalia Elementary Columbus 2.4 mi 7.3
Eastland Preparatory Academy Columbus 2.8 mi 2.7
Groveport Madison Middle School North Columbus 2.5 mi 5.3
Dunloe Elementary School Columbus 2.7 mi 3.4
Ohio Achievement Charter Schools Inc. dba Millennium Commun Columbus 3.2 mi 2.8
Capital City Career Prep High School Columbus 3.3 mi 3.1
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy Columbus 3.5 mi 4.9
Zenith Academy East Columbus 3.5 mi 4.4
Easthaven Elementary School Columbus 3.4 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,376

Median Home Value

$233,200

Median Rent

$1,193/mo

Population

14,765

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

41.3

Similar Schools

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Bolton Crossing Elementary Grove, OH 5.6
Caldwell Elementary School Caldwell, OH 5.6
Cherry Hill Primary Washington, OH 5.6
Herbert Mills Elementary School Reynoldsburg, OH 5.6
Hillsboro Early Childhood Center Hillsboro, OH 5.6
Jefferson PK-8 School Warren, OH 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Groveport Community School

What grades does Groveport Community School serve?

Groveport Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Groveport Community School?

Groveport Community School has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Groveport Community School?

The student-teacher ratio at Groveport Community School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Groveport Community School rank in OH?

Groveport Community School ranks #2,235 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Groveport Community School's MySchoolScout rating?

Groveport Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Groveport Community School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Groveport Community School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Groveport Community School a charter school?

Yes, Groveport Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Groveport Community School a Title I school?

No, Groveport Community School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.2%

District

Groveport Community School
District Enrollment
641
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,580
District Rank
#1 of 1

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