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#341 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 48% of private schools

St Cecilia Elementary School

Elementary School

440 NORTON RD, Columbus, OH 43228

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

235

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

235

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#341 of 713

In Columbus

#23 of 38

public schools

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About St Cecilia Elementary School

St Cecilia Elementary School is a private elementary school in Columbus, OH. St Cecilia Elementary School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Cecilia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #341 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it comparesOn par with OH schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

St Cecilia Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How St Cecilia Elementary School compares to 187 public schools serving similar grades in Columbus, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.9:1

This School

18.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

235

This School

380

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

5.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 45.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 38.3% vs 0%

Black 7.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.3% vs 0%

St Cecilia Elementary School Columbus Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Cecilia Elementary School (this school)	—	235	13.9:1	6.8
Norton Middle School	0.4 mi	632	16.6:1	3.7
Prairie Norton Elementary School	0.5 mi	515	19.8:1	5.5
Stiles Elementary School	0.9 mi	555	19.1:1	4.0
Stiles Family Center	1.0 mi	14	4.7:1	—
Prairie Lincoln Elementary School	1.2 mi	521	20:1	4.1
Westside Academy	1.6 mi	308	20.5:1	6.2
Bridge Gate Community School	1.8 mi	218	14.5:1	5.0
Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School	1.9 mi	481	17.8:1	6.1
Eakin Elementary School	2.2 mi	247	16.5:1	3.4
Wedgewood Middle School	2.3 mi	475	13.6:1	3.9
West Franklin Elementary School	2.5 mi	484	17.3:1	4.6
Sullivant Avenue Community School	2.7 mi	234	21.3:1	3.9
Zenith Academy West	2.8 mi	159	39.8:1	6.0
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy	2.9 mi	380	21.1:1	3.5
Great Western Academy	3.0 mi	674	19.3:1	3.5
Hilliard Horizon Elementary School	3.2 mi	561	17.5:1	6.8
Westgate Alternative Elementary School	3.2 mi	254	16.9:1	5.6
Binns Elementary School	3.3 mi	294	19.6:1	4.9
Valleyview Elementary School	3.4 mi	288	16.9:1	3.8
Westmoor Middle School	3.4 mi	400	12.9:1	3.2

Showing 20 of 187 schools. View all schools in Columbus

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.

Classroom Attention

B 5.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,085

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 64%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 235

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in OH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 45.5%

Hispanic 38.3%

Two or More 7.7%

Black 7.2%

Asian 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

440 NORTON RD, Columbus, OH 43228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Cecilia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Galloway), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hilliard Horizon Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Darby Woods Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Galloway), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Norton Middle School Columbus	0.4 mi	632	3.7
Prairie Norton Elementary School Columbus	0.5 mi	515	5.5
Darby Woods Elementary School Galloway	0.4 mi	527	6.6
Westland High School Galloway	0.6 mi	1,864	3.8
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School Galloway	1.0 mi	714	4.5
Stiles Elementary School Columbus	0.9 mi	555	4.0
Prairie Lincoln Elementary School Columbus	1.2 mi	521	4.1
Stiles Family Center Columbus	1.0 mi	14	—
Westside Academy Columbus	1.6 mi	308	6.2
CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Galloway	1.8 mi	355	7.6
Bridge Gate Community School Columbus	1.8 mi	218	5.0
Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School Columbus	1.9 mi	481	6.1
Alton Hall Elementary School Galloway	2.1 mi	515	3.9
Eakin Elementary School Columbus	2.2 mi	247	3.4
Wedgewood Middle School Columbus	2.3 mi	475	3.9
West Franklin Elementary School Columbus	2.5 mi	484	4.6
Hilliard Horizon Elementary School Columbus	3.2 mi	561	6.8
Bolton Crossing Elementary Grove	3.3 mi	717	5.6
Holt Crossing Intermediate School Grove City	3.3 mi	729	4.8
Sullivant Avenue Community School Columbus	2.7 mi	234	3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,895

Median Home Value

$204,000

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

58,607

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

45.5%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

33.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Alpine Elementary School Columbus, OH	323	6.8
Baltic Elementary School Baltic, OH	142	6.8
Buckeye South Elementary School Tiltonsville, OH	313	6.8
Buckeye West Elementary School Adena, OH	201	6.8
Conotton Valley Elementary Bowerston, OH	286	6.8
HARAMBEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus, OH	146	6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Cecilia Elementary School

What grades does St Cecilia Elementary School serve?

St Cecilia Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Cecilia Elementary School?

St Cecilia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Cecilia Elementary School rank in OH?

St Cecilia Elementary School ranks #341 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St Cecilia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Cecilia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Cecilia Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Cecilia Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Cecilia Elementary School a religious school?

St Cecilia Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 33 Some Transit
Bike Score: 52 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 235
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 17
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Large City
County: Franklin County
Phone: (614) 878-3555

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