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#1583 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 46% in state

Kipp Columbus

School · KIPP Columbus

2900 INSPIRE Dr, Columbus, OH 43224

Charter

Enrollment

2,084

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,583 of 3,441

In Columbus

#36 of 224

public schools

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Kipp Columbus

6.6/10

School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kipp Columbus

Kipp Columbus is a public school in Columbus, OH, part of KIPP Columbus. Kipp Columbus serves approximately 2,084 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Columbus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,583 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Kipp Columbus show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Kipp Columbus is a large school: 2,084 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Test scores at Kipp Columbus 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.

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Kipp Columbus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation9.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,180
Chronic Absenteeism48.5%

Kipp Columbus — Students at Kipp Columbus score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.2% (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
52%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
22.9%
ELA
41.4%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Kipp Columbus Compares

See how Kipp Columbus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in OH
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
6
3 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
236 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
9.8% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
3 boys'·3 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

2900 INSPIRE Dr, Columbus, OH 43224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kipp Columbus may also want to explore other schools in the area. Midnimo Cross Cultural Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mifflin Alternative Middle School Columbus 0.6 mi 4.6
COLUMBUS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbus 0.6 mi 6.1
Kids Care Elementary Columbus 0.7 mi 5.3
Innis Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 4.3
East Linden Elementary School Columbus 0.8 mi 5.2
Legacy Academy of Excellence Columbus 0.9 mi 2.9
Cassady Alternative Elementary School Columbus 0.8 mi 6.7
Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School Columbus 1.2 mi 7.1
Mifflin High School Columbus 1.1 mi 3.0
Linden STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.4 mi 3.7
South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.8 mi 7.6
Road to Success Academy Columbus 1.6 mi 4.8
Horizon Science Academy Primary Columbus 2.0 mi 5.7
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 7.0
Duxberry Park Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.8 mi 4.1
Ohio Construction Academy Columbus 1.9 mi 3.9
Midnimo Cross Cultural Middle School Columbus 1.8 mi 7.9
Huy/A.G. Bell Elementary School Columbus 1.8 mi 5.2
North Linden Elementary School Columbus 2.0 mi 3.9
Linden Park Neighborhood Early Childhood Education Center Columbus 1.9 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,934

Median Home Value

$159,800

Median Rent

$1,025/mo

Population

44,096

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

51.6%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kipp Columbus

What grades does Kipp Columbus serve?

Kipp Columbus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Kipp Columbus?

Kipp Columbus has an enrollment of approximately 2,084 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Columbus?

The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Columbus is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kipp Columbus rank in OH?

Kipp Columbus ranks #1,583 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Kipp Columbus's MySchoolScout rating?

Kipp Columbus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Kipp Columbus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Columbus has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kipp Columbus a charter school?

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

Is Kipp Columbus a Title I school?

No, Kipp Columbus is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
2,084
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
236
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.5%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

KIPP Columbus
District Enrollment
2,084
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,180
District Rank
#1 of 1

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