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#1654 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 48% in state

Indianola Informal K-8 School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

251 E Weber Rd, Columbus, OH 43202

Enrollment

713

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,654 of 3,441

In Columbus

#39 of 224

public schools

In district

#10 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Indianola Informal K-8 School

6.5/10

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

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About Indianola Informal K-8 School

Indianola Informal K-8 School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Indianola Informal K-8 School serves approximately 713 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Indianola Informal K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,654 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Indianola Informal K-8 School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

Indianola Informal K-8 School — Students at Indianola Informal K-8 School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.0% (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
75%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
62.8%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Indianola Informal K-8 School Compares

See how Indianola Informal K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in OH
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

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

251 E Weber Rd, Columbus, OH 43202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indianola Informal K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clinton Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Springs Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CALUMET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus 0.3 mi 6.5
Dominion Middle School Columbus 0.4 mi 6.2
Clinton Elementary School Columbus 0.6 mi 8.6
Como Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 5.1
CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY Columbus 1.4 mi 8.0
Graham School The Columbus 1.5 mi 5.4
SONSHINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbus 1.3 mi 6.8
Graham Elementary and Middle School Columbus 1.6 mi 3.0
OSU CHILD CARE CENTER ELEMENTARY Columbus 1.3 mi
Great River Connections Academy Columbus 1.4 mi 5.2
Columbus Alternative High School Columbus 1.4 mi 5.9
BISHOP WATTERSON HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 1.8 mi 6.3
Indian Springs Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 7.9
Colerain Elementary School Columbus 2.1 mi 4.9
World Language Middle School Columbus 2.1 mi 5.2
Hamilton STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.8 mi 4.3
Cranbrook Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 5.6
Medina Middle School Columbus 1.8 mi 4.9
Linden Park Neighborhood Early Childhood Education Center Columbus 1.8 mi 5.1
Huy/A.G. Bell Elementary School Columbus 1.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,689

Median Home Value

$317,000

Median Rent

$1,170/mo

Population

20,059

College Educated

62.2%

Homeownership

30.6%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

30

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indianola Informal K-8 School

What grades does Indianola Informal K-8 School serve?

Indianola Informal K-8 School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Indianola Informal K-8 School?

Indianola Informal K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 713 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indianola Informal K-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Indianola Informal K-8 School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indianola Informal K-8 School rank in OH?

Indianola Informal K-8 School ranks #1,654 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Indianola Informal K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?

Indianola Informal K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Indianola Informal K-8 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indianola Informal K-8 School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Indianola Informal K-8 School a charter school?

No, Indianola Informal K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Indianola Informal K-8 School a Title I school?

No, Indianola Informal K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

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