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#319 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 45% of private schools

St Columbkille School

Elementary School

6740 BROADVIEW RD REAR, Parma, OH 44134

Private

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#319 of 713

In Parma

#5 of 9

public schools

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St Columbkille School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Parma · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About St Columbkille School

St Columbkille School is a private elementary school in Parma, OH. St Columbkille School serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Columbkille School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #319 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

St Columbkille 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Columbkille School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Parma, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
This School
vs
17.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
315
This School
vs
528
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.5% vs 0%
Asian 1% vs 0%
Black 0.6% vs 0%
St Columbkille School Parma Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Columbkille School (this school) 6.9
Shiloh Middle School 5.3
Dentzler Elementary School 7.9
Green Valley Elementary School 7.9
John Muir Elementary School 6.1
Global Village Academy 7.3
Constellation Schools: Parma Community 5.1
Thoreau Park Elementary School 6.7
Ridge-Brook Elementary School 6.2
Pleasant Valley Elementary School 6.7
Summit Academy Community School-Parma 5.9
Greenbriar Middle School 6.2
First Step Preschool 5.7
Huber Heights Preparatory Academy dba Parma Academy 7.1

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,275
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 315
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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 90.5%
Two or More 6.0%
Pacific Islander 1.9%
Asian 1.0%
Black 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6740 BROADVIEW RD REAR, Parma, OH 44134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Columbkille School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Valley Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dentzler Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Global Village Academy (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Parma, see our Parma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Shiloh Middle School Parma 1.0 mi 5.3
Hillside Middle School Seven Hills 1.3 mi 7.9
Normandy High School Parma 1.5 mi 6.4
Green Valley Elementary School Parma 1.6 mi 7.9
Dentzler Elementary School Parma 1.4 mi 7.9
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL Parma 1.4 mi 5.8
John Muir Elementary School Parma 2.1 mi 6.1
STEPS EDUCATIONAL GROUP Parma 2.0 mi 7.9
Global Village Academy Parma 2.1 mi 7.3
Parma Virtual Learning Academy Parma 1.9 mi
Alternative Education Academy Independence 1.9 mi 2.4
Gateway Online Academy of Ohio Independence 1.9 mi
LAWERENCE SCHOOL - LOWER Broadview Heights 2.6 mi 7.5
Independence High School Independence 2.1 mi 7.4
Independence Middle School Independence 2.2 mi 9.2
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Independence 2.4 mi 6.2
Thoreau Park Elementary School Parma 2.8 mi 6.7
William C Bryant Elementary School Cleveland 3.2 mi 3.8
BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Parma 2.6 mi 6.1
ST CHARLES SCHOOL Parma 2.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,116

Median Home Value

$153,500

Median Rent

$1,108/mo

Population

38,231

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

43.7

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Britton Elementary School Hilliard, OH 6.9
Case Community Learning Center Akron, OH 6.9
Claymont Intermediate School Dennison, OH 6.9
David Smith Elementary School Delaware, OH 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Columbkille School

What grades does St Columbkille School serve?

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

How many students attend St Columbkille School?

St Columbkille School has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Columbkille School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Columbkille School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Columbkille School rank in OH?

St Columbkille School ranks #319 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St Columbkille School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Columbkille School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Columbkille School a private school?

Yes, St Columbkille 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 Columbkille School a religious school?

St Columbkille School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
315
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County

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