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#766 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 22% in state

Indian Springs Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

50 E Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH 43214

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#766 of 3,441

In Columbus

#21 of 224

public schools

In district

#4 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Indian Springs Elementary School

7.9/10

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

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6.3/10

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5.2/10

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About Indian Springs Elementary School

Indian Springs Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Indian Springs Elementary School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Springs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #766 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Springs Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Indian Springs 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 Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism32.2%

Indian Springs Elementary School — Students at Indian Springs Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.6% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
71.7%
ELA
65.5%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Indian Springs Elementary School Compares

See how Indian Springs Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
78th percentile in OH
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

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

50 E Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH 43214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Springs Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TREE OF LIFE-INDIANOLA BRANCH CLINTONVILLE CAMPUS (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Colonial Hills Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Worthington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Clinton Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BISHOP WATTERSON HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 0.2 mi 6.3
World Language Middle School Columbus 0.5 mi 5.2
Colerain Elementary School Columbus 0.6 mi 4.9
Whetstone High School Columbus 0.6 mi 3.5
OUR LADY OF BETHLEHEM SCHOOL & CHILDCARE Columbus 0.9 mi
TREE OF LIFE-INDIANOLA BRANCH CLINTONVILLE CAMPUS Columbus 1.3 mi 9.0
TREE OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-CLINTONVILLE Columbus 1.3 mi 7.7
Graham School The Columbus 1.1 mi 5.4
CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY Columbus 1.1 mi 8.0
Great River Connections Academy Columbus 1.3 mi 5.2
Clinton Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 8.6
Ridgeview Middle School Columbus 1.2 mi 4.7
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Worthington 1.8 mi 6.2
East Bridge Academy of Excellence Columbus 1.5 mi 4.6
Focus North High School Columbus 1.5 mi 3.8
Ecole Kenwood French Immersion Columbus 1.5 mi 8.1
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Columbus 1.6 mi 6.0
Indianola Informal K-8 School Columbus 2.0 mi 6.5
Maize Road Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 3.1
Colonial Hills Elementary School Worthington 2.2 mi 8.7

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Springs Elementary School

What grades does Indian Springs Elementary School serve?

Indian Springs Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Indian Springs Elementary School?

Indian Springs Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Springs Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Springs Elementary School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Springs Elementary School rank in OH?

Indian Springs Elementary School ranks #766 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Indian Springs Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Springs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Indian Springs Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Springs Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Indian Springs Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Indian Springs Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Indian Springs Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

District

Columbus City Schools District
District Enrollment
45,181
Schools in District
116
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,308
District Rank
#4 of 114

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