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#3042 of 3,441 schools in OH

Scottwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

3392 Scottwood Rd, Columbus, OH 43227

Enrollment

472

Student-Teacher

21.5:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,042 of 3,441

In Columbus

#155 of 224

public schools

In district

#75 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Scottwood Elementary School

4.1/10

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

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About Scottwood Elementary School

Scottwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Scottwood Elementary School serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Scottwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,042 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Scottwood Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Scottwood Elementary School runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

51% of students at Scottwood 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
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism51.1%

Scottwood Elementary School — Students at Scottwood Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.1% (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
62%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
16.2%
ELA
37.5%

* 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 Scottwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in OH
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

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

3392 Scottwood Rd, Columbus, OH 43227

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scottwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Renaissance Academy dba Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Aca (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 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
Whitehall Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 0.4 mi 4.3
BISHOP HARTLEY HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 0.5 mi 7.0
Johnson Park Middle School Columbus 0.6 mi 3.4
COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER Columbus 1.0 mi 9.2
Mason Run High School Columbus 1.0 mi 3.3
Easthaven Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 3.3
Renaissance Academy dba Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Aca Columbus 0.9 mi 7.1
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Columbus 1.0 mi 6.5
MATER DEI ACADEMY Columbus 1.2 mi
Berwick Alternative K-8 School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.8
Ohio Achievement Charter Schools Inc. dba Millennium Commun Columbus 1.4 mi 2.8
Fairmoor Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 3.8
Eastmoor Academy Columbus 1.6 mi 3.6
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy Columbus 1.4 mi 4.9
Leawood Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 5.5
Zenith Academy East Columbus 1.5 mi 4.4
Beechwood Elementary School Whitehall 1.8 mi 4.7
Whitehall Yearling High School Whitehall 1.7 mi 3.4
Performance Academy Eastland Columbus 1.6 mi 4.7
Capital City Career Prep High School Columbus 1.7 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,314

Median Home Value

$134,300

Median Rent

$1,105/mo

Population

25,282

College Educated

14.5%

Homeownership

51.3%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

27.4%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scottwood Elementary School

What grades does Scottwood Elementary School serve?

Scottwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Scottwood Elementary School?

Scottwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Scottwood Elementary School is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scottwood Elementary School rank in OH?

Scottwood Elementary School ranks #3,042 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Scottwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scottwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Scottwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scottwood Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Scottwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Scottwood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

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

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

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