Below Average
#3081 of 3,441 schools in OH
Southwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
1500 S 4th St, Columbus, OH 43207
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,081 of 3,441
In Columbus
#160 of 224
public schools
In district
#79 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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Southwood Elementary School
Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwood Elementary School
Southwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Southwood Elementary School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,081 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Southwood Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Southwood Elementary School runs 20.4:1 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.
66% of students at Southwood 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
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Southwood Elementary School — Students at Southwood Elementary School score 15% 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: 5.4/10.
How Southwood Elementary School Compares
See how Southwood Elementary School 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
1500 S 4th St, Columbus, OH 43207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Park Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus | 0.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Stewart Alternative Elementary School Columbus | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Lincoln Park Elementary School Columbus | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Siebert Elementary School Columbus | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| South High School Columbus | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Columbus | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village Columbus | 1.3 mi | 2.0 |
| Columbus Downtown High School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Livingston Elementary School Columbus | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| AKILI CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Sullivant Elementary School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Early College Academy Columbus | 2.0 mi | 2.3 |
| CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Moler Elementary School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Buckeye Middle School Columbus | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Columbus Scioto 6-12 Columbus | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Parsons Elementary School Columbus | 2.5 mi | 2.7 |
| United Preparatory Academy Columbus | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
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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|---|---|
| Admiral King Elementary School Lorain, OH | 4.0 |
| Bond Hill Academy Cincinnati, OH | 4.0 |
| Frank Jacinto Elementary Lorain, OH | 4.0 |
| Fulton Elementary School Springfield, OH | 4.0 |
| Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown Dayton, OH | 4.0 |
| Leggett Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwood Elementary School
What grades does Southwood Elementary School serve?
Southwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Southwood Elementary School?
Southwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwood Elementary School is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwood Elementary School rank in OH?
Southwood Elementary School ranks #3,081 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Southwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Southwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwood Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Southwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Southwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.3%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5553
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #79 of 114
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