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#2104 of 3,441 schools in OH
Special Education Center
School · Columbus City Schools District
1490 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43205
Enrollment
194
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
194
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,104 of 3,441
In Columbus
#62 of 224
public schools
In district
#21 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Special Education Center
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About Special Education Center
Special Education Center is a public school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Special Education Center serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th. Special Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,104 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Special Education Center show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- OH avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Special Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Special Education Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Special Education Center — Students at Special Education Center score 25% 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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Special Education Center Compares
See how Special Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1490 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Special Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HELPING HANDS CENTER DBA BRIDGEWAY ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER Columbus | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls Columbus | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| A+ Arts Academy Columbus | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy Columbus | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Fairwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| East High School Columbus | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| MANSION DAY SCHOOL Columbus | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| The Academy for Urban Scholars Columbus | 0.8 mi | 2.3 |
| Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Champion Middle School Columbus | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ST CHARLES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Columbus | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Eastgate Elementary School Columbus | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Livingston Elementary School Columbus | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Valor Academy Inc. Columbus | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Trevitt Elementary School Columbus | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Beatty Park Elementary School Columbus | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Columbus | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| HELPING HANDS CENTER DBA BRIDGEWAY ACADEMY Columbus | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Moler Elementary School Columbus | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| South High School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,214
Median Home Value
$290,800
Median Rent
$1,050/mo
Population
12,400
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Oakstone Community School Columbus, OH | 5.7 |
| Cincinnati Technology Academy Cincinnati, OH | 6.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hamilton, OH | 5.5 |
| Summit Academy - Toledo Toledo, OH | 6.1 |
| ADAMS COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Union, OH | 6.2 |
| GOSPEL HAVEN ACADEMY Millersburg, OH | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Special Education Center
What grades does Special Education Center serve?
Special Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Special Education Center?
Special Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
How does Special Education Center rank in OH?
Special Education Center ranks #2,104 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Special Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Special Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Special Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Special Education Center has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Special Education Center a charter school?
No, Special Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Special Education Center a Title I school?
No, Special Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 194
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.0%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5207
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #21 of 114
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