Below Average
#2974 of 3,441 schools in OH
Watkins Elementary School
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
1520 Watkins Rd, Columbus, OH 43207
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,974 of 3,441
In Columbus
#147 of 224
public schools
In district
#70 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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About Watkins Elementary School
Watkins Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Watkins Elementary School serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Watkins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,974 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Watkins Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Watkins Elementary School 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.
71% of students at Watkins 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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Watkins Elementary School — Students at Watkins 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: 6.1/10.
How Watkins Elementary School Compares
See how Watkins 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
1520 Watkins Rd, Columbus, OH 43207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Watkins Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summit Academy Community School-Columbus (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avalon Elementary School Columbus, OH | 4.3 |
| Hamilton STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus, OH | 4.3 |
| Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH | 4.3 |
| Innis Elementary School Columbus, OH | 4.3 |
| Kenneth W Clement Cleveland, OH | 4.3 |
| Miles Park School Cleveland, OH | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Watkins Elementary School
What grades does Watkins Elementary School serve?
Watkins Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Watkins Elementary School?
Watkins Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Watkins Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Watkins Elementary School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Watkins Elementary School rank in OH?
Watkins Elementary School ranks #2,974 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Watkins Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Watkins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Watkins Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Watkins Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Watkins Elementary School a charter school?
No, Watkins Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Watkins Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Watkins 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.0%
- Phone
- (614) 365-6411
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #70 of 114
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