Below Average
#2689 of 3,441 schools in OH
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
3392 Atwood Ter, Columbus, OH 43224
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,689 of 3,441
In Columbus
#112 of 224
public schools
In district
#49 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Oakland Park Alternative Elementary
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About Oakland Park Alternative Elementary
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Oakland Park Alternative Elementary serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Park Alternative Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,689 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Oakland Park Alternative Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Oakland Park Alternative Elementary 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
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Oakland Park Alternative Elementary — Students at Oakland Park Alternative Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.0/10.
How Oakland Park Alternative Elementary Compares
See how Oakland Park Alternative Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3392 Atwood Ter, Columbus, OH 43224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakland Park Alternative Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkmoor Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALMADINA ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood 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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| Bick Primary Elementary School Bethel, OH | 4.9 |
| Binns Elementary School Columbus, OH | 4.9 |
| Crouse Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 4.9 |
| East Columbus Elementary School Columbus, OH | 4.9 |
| Hannan Trace Elementary School Crown City, OH | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakland Park Alternative Elementary
What grades does Oakland Park Alternative Elementary serve?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oakland Park Alternative Elementary?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland Park Alternative Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Park Alternative Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakland Park Alternative Elementary rank in OH?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary ranks #2,689 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Oakland Park Alternative Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Oakland Park Alternative Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland Park Alternative Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Oakland Park Alternative Elementary a charter school?
No, Oakland Park Alternative Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakland Park Alternative Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oakland Park Alternative Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.9%
- Phone
- (614) 365-6058
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #49 of 114
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