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#3127 of 3,441 schools in OH

North Linden Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

1718 E Cooke Rd, Columbus, OH 43224

Enrollment

296

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,127 of 3,441

In Columbus

#166 of 224

public schools

In district

#82 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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North Linden Elementary School

3.9/10

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

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5.0/10

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About North Linden Elementary School

North Linden Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. North Linden Elementary School serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North Linden Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,127 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for North Linden Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

60% of students at North Linden 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-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism59.5%

North Linden Elementary School — Students at North Linden Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.8% (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
57%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
9.9%
ELA
21.6%

* 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 North Linden Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
9th percentile in OH
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.5%

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

1718 E Cooke Rd, Columbus, OH 43224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Linden Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Forge Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TOOBA ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Imagine Columbus Primary Academy (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Columbus Spanish Immersion K-7 School Columbus 0.3 mi 5.0
ST MATTHIAS SCHOOL Columbus 0.5 mi 5.5
ST FRANCIS DE SALES HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 0.6 mi 6.8
Huy/A.G. Bell Elementary School Columbus 0.8 mi 5.2
Columbus International High School Columbus 0.7 mi 3.7
Medina Middle School Columbus 0.8 mi 4.9
Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 0.9 mi 5.0
TOOBA ACADEMY Columbus 1.1 mi 6.5
Zenith Academy Blacklick 1.1 mi 6.1
Columbus Bilingual Academy-North Columbus 1.1 mi 4.2
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy Columbus 1.2 mi 6.1
Maize Road Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 3.1
Columbus Humanities Arts and Technology Academy Columbus 1.2 mi 6.1
SONSHINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbus 1.1 mi 6.8
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School Columbus 1.3 mi 4.1
Northtowne Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 5.1
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary Columbus 1.6 mi 4.9
Innis Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 4.3
Valley Forge Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 8.2
Linden STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus 1.7 mi 3.7

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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Central Primary School Bedford, OH 3.9
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Firestone Park Elementary School Akron, OH 3.9
Global Ambassadors Language Academy Cleveland, OH 3.9
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland, OH 3.9
Highland Elementary School Columbus, OH 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Linden Elementary School

What grades does North Linden Elementary School serve?

North Linden Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend North Linden Elementary School?

North Linden Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Linden Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Linden Elementary School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Linden Elementary School rank in OH?

North Linden Elementary School ranks #3,127 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is North Linden Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Linden Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 North Linden Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Linden Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Linden Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is North Linden Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.5%

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