Needs Improvement
#3419 of 3,441 schools in OH
Starling Pk-8
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
145 S Central Ave, Columbus, OH 43222
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,419 of 3,441
In Columbus
#221 of 224
public schools
In district
#114 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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Starling Pk-8
Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Starling Pk-8
Starling Pk-8 is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Starling Pk-8 serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Starling Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,419 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Starling Pk-8 show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
78% of students at Starling Pk-8 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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Starling Pk-8 — Students at Starling Pk-8 score 10% 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: 2.8/10.
How Starling Pk-8 Compares
See how Starling Pk-8 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
145 S Central Ave, Columbus, OH 43222
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Starling Pk-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stevenson Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Point Preparatory Academy (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklinton Prep High School Columbus | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Capital High School Columbus | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Central Point Preparatory Academy Columbus | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Franklinton High School Columbus | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Avondale Elementary School Columbus | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Central High School Columbus | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| West Mound Elementary School Columbus | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Educational Academy for Boys & Girls Columbus | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| United Preparatory Academy Columbus | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Highland Elementary School Columbus | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Sullivant Elementary School Columbus | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Flex High School Columbus | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Stevenson Elementary Columbus | 1.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Hilltonia Middle School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| East Franklin Elementary School Columbus | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Larson Middle School Columbus | 2.0 mi | 9.6 |
| Burroughs Elementary School Columbus | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Grandview Heights High School Columbus | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Finland Middle School Columbus | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$215,900
Median Rent
$752/mo
Population
4,182
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
41.5%
Median Age
34
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| Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Elementary Cleveland, OH | 2.5 |
| Marshall STEMM Academy Toledo, OH | 2.5 |
| Citizens Academy Southeast Cleveland, OH | 2.3 |
| Parsons Elementary School Columbus, OH | 2.7 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary School Middletown, OH | 2.7 |
| Madison Avenue School of Arts Toledo, OH | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Starling Pk-8
What grades does Starling Pk-8 serve?
Starling Pk-8 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Starling Pk-8?
Starling Pk-8 has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Starling Pk-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Starling Pk-8 is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Starling Pk-8 rank in OH?
Starling Pk-8 ranks #3,419 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Starling Pk-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Starling Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Starling Pk-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Starling Pk-8 has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Starling Pk-8 a charter school?
No, Starling Pk-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Starling Pk-8 a Title I school?
No, Starling Pk-8 is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.4%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5945
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #114 of 114
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