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#1910 of 3,441 schools in OH
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy
Elementary School · Imagine Columbus Primary Academy
4656 Heaton Rd, Columbus, OH 43229
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,910 of 3,441
In Columbus
#53 of 224
public schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Imagine Columbus Primary Academy
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Imagine Columbus Primary Academy. Imagine Columbus Primary Academy serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Imagine Columbus Primary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,910 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Imagine Columbus Primary Academy show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Imagine Columbus Primary 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.
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy runs 22.4:1 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.
Imagine Columbus Primary 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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Imagine Columbus Primary Academy — Students at Imagine Columbus Primary Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 8.9/10.
How Imagine Columbus Primary Academy Compares
See how Imagine Columbus Primary Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4656 Heaton Rd, Columbus, OH 43229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imagine Columbus Primary Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Forge Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkmoor Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horizon Science Academy Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,430
Median Home Value
$210,600
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
54,237
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
40.5%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imagine Columbus Primary Academy
What grades does Imagine Columbus Primary Academy serve?
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Imagine Columbus Primary Academy?
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Imagine Columbus Primary Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Imagine Columbus Primary Academy is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Imagine Columbus Primary Academy rank in OH?
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy ranks #1,910 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Imagine Columbus Primary Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Imagine Columbus Primary Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Imagine Columbus Primary Academy has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Imagine Columbus Primary Academy a charter school?
Yes, Imagine Columbus Primary Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Imagine Columbus Primary Academy a Title I school?
No, Imagine Columbus Primary Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (614) 433-7510
Resources & Links
District
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy- District Enrollment
- 246
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,801
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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