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Mifflin High School

High School · Columbus City Schools District

3245 Oak Spring St, Columbus, OH 43219

Enrollment

728

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

3.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,364 of 3,441

In Columbus

#205 of 224

public schools

In district

#106 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Mifflin High School

3.0/10

High School in Columbus · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mifflin High School

Mifflin High School is a public high school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Mifflin High School serves approximately 728 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mifflin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,364 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Mifflin High School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.8
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

87% of students at Mifflin High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate62%
AP Participation3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism87%

Mifflin High School — Students at Mifflin High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 24.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
42%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
3%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
6%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Mifflin High School Compares

See how Mifflin High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
2th percentile in OH
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
15
10 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
87.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
3% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
10 boys'·5 girls'·17 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

3245 Oak Spring St, Columbus, OH 43219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mifflin High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chapelfield Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Gahanna), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Royal Manor Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Gahanna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
COLUMBUS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbus 0.5 mi 6.1
Cassady Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.2 mi 6.7
Mifflin Alternative Middle School Columbus 1.2 mi 4.6
KIPP Columbus Columbus 1.1 mi 6.6
Kids Care Elementary Columbus 1.2 mi 5.3
Innis Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 4.3
Legacy Academy of Excellence Columbus 1.7 mi 2.9
Horizon Science Academy Primary Columbus 1.6 mi 5.7
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 7.0
Royal Manor Elementary School Gahanna 1.6 mi 7.4
East Linden Elementary School Columbus 1.9 mi 5.2
Ohio Construction Academy Columbus 2.1 mi 3.9
Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School Columbus 2.2 mi 7.1
Early Childhood Education and Family Center Columbus 2.4 mi
Gahanna West Middle School Gahanna 2.0 mi 7.3
Minerva France Elementary School Columbus 2.6 mi 4.5
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School Columbus 2.3 mi 4.1
Chapelfield Elementary School Gahanna 2.1 mi 8.1
South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 2.7 mi 7.6
Goshen Lane Elementary School Gahanna 2.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,860

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$1,191/mo

Population

32,537

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

39.9%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

31.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mifflin High School

What grades does Mifflin High School serve?

Mifflin High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mifflin High School?

Mifflin High School has an enrollment of approximately 728 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mifflin High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mifflin High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mifflin High School rank in OH?

Mifflin High School ranks #3,364 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Mifflin High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mifflin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Mifflin High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mifflin High School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Mifflin High School a charter school?

No, Mifflin High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mifflin High School a Title I school?

No, Mifflin High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
728
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
87.0%
4-Year Graduation
62.0%

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