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#413 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 12% in state

South Bloomfield Elementary

Elementary School · Teays Valley Local

194 Dowler Dr, South, OH 43103

Enrollment

546

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#413 of 3,441

In district

#3 of 7

Teays Valley Local

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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South Bloomfield Elementary

8.6/10

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

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8.9/10

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5.6/10

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About South Bloomfield Elementary

South Bloomfield Elementary is a public elementary school in South, OH, part of Teays Valley Local. South Bloomfield Elementary serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. South Bloomfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #413 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for South Bloomfield Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.54 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,752
Chronic Absenteeism19.2%

South Bloomfield Elementary — Students at South Bloomfield Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 80.6% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
68.2%
ELA
79.8%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How South Bloomfield Elementary Compares

See how South Bloomfield Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
88th percentile in OH
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

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

194 Dowler Dr, South, OH 43103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Bloomfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walnut Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Ashville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ashville Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Ashville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hamilton Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Columbus), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South, see our South schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Ashville Elementary School Ashville 2.5 mi 8.9
Teays Valley High School Ashville 2.8 mi 5.6
Teays Valley Digital Academy Ashville 2.8 mi
Teays Valley East Middle School Ashville 2.9 mi 6.0
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Circleville 5.7 mi 8.0
Scioto Elementary School Commercial Point 5.5 mi 7.7
Teays Valley West Middle School Commercial 5.7 mi 7.5
Ralph C Starkey (Cjcf) Circleville 6.9 mi 5.5
Walnut Elementary School Ashville 5.7 mi 9.1
Circleville Elementary School Circleville 7.7 mi 5.3
Circleville Middle School Circleville 7.9 mi 4.7
Circleville High School Circleville 8.0 mi 5.4
Westfall High School Williamsport 7.7 mi 5.9
Westfall Middle School Williamsport 7.8 mi 5.9
Westfall Elementary School Williamsport 7.9 mi 7.8
Hamilton Intermediate School Columbus 10.2 mi 6.3
Hamilton Middle School Columbus 10.3 mi 4.5
Hamilton Elementary School Columbus 10.4 mi 8.1
Hamilton Local Preschool Columbus 10.5 mi 2.8
Hamilton Township High School Columbus 10.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,304

Median Home Value

$236,900

Median Rent

$1,052/mo

Population

12,981

College Educated

21.8%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

36.8

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School Rating
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Buckeye Woods Elementary School Grove City, OH 8.6
Clinton Elementary School Columbus, OH 8.6
Darby Creek Elementary School Hilliard, OH 8.6
Genoa Elementary Genoa, OH 8.6
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls, OH 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Bloomfield Elementary

What grades does South Bloomfield Elementary serve?

South Bloomfield Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend South Bloomfield Elementary?

South Bloomfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Bloomfield Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at South Bloomfield Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Bloomfield Elementary rank in OH?

South Bloomfield Elementary ranks #413 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is South Bloomfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

South Bloomfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 South Bloomfield Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Bloomfield Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is South Bloomfield Elementary a charter school?

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

Is South Bloomfield Elementary a Title I school?

No, South Bloomfield Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Bloomfield Elementary?

38.6% of students at South Bloomfield Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Pickaway County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

District

Teays Valley Local
District Enrollment
4,465
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,752
District Rank
#3 of 7

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