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Moler Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

1201 Moler Rd, Columbus, OH 43207

Enrollment

285

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,298 of 3,441

In Columbus

#197 of 224

public schools

In district

#100 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Moler Elementary School

3.3/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.6/10

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6.4/10

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About Moler Elementary School

Moler Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Moler Elementary School serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Moler Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,298 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Moler Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

83% of students at Moler 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 Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-36.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism83.2%

Moler Elementary School — Students at Moler Elementary School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.8% (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
32%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
17.5%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Moler Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in OH
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
83.2%

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

1201 Moler Rd, Columbus, OH 43207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Moler Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summit Academy Community School-Columbus (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Park Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Park Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 6.6
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus Columbus 1.3 mi 6.4
Summit Academy Transition High School-Columbus Columbus 1.3 mi 4.2
Summit Academy Community School-Columbus Columbus 1.3 mi 7.7
South High School Columbus 1.1 mi 4.5
Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.4 mi 6.2
Marion-Franklin High School Columbus 1.4 mi 2.9
Livingston Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 4.4
Fairwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 6.2
HELPING HANDS CENTER DBA BRIDGEWAY ACADEMY Columbus 1.3 mi 8.4
Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 4.0
South Scioto Academy Columbus 1.4 mi 5.5
Siebert Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 5.3
Special Education Center Columbus 1.8 mi 5.8
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus 1.5 mi 6.1
ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER Columbus 1.9 mi 6.8
Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus 1.5 mi 2.7
Watkins Elementary School Columbus 1.9 mi 4.3
Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls Columbus 2.0 mi 4.6
Southwood Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,307

Median Home Value

$156,200

Median Rent

$1,115/mo

Population

46,810

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Moler Elementary School

What grades does Moler Elementary School serve?

Moler Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Moler Elementary School?

Moler Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Moler Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Moler Elementary School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Moler Elementary School rank in OH?

Moler Elementary School ranks #3,298 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Moler Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Moler Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Moler Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Moler Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Moler Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Moler Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
83.2%

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