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#494 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 14% in state

Wickliffe Elementary School

Elementary School · Upper Arlington City

2405 Wickliffe Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43221

Enrollment

493

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#494 of 3,441

In Upper Arlington

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Upper Arlington City

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Wickliffe Elementary School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Upper Arlington · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mountview Christian Preschool & Kindergarten

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About Wickliffe Elementary School

Wickliffe Elementary School is a public elementary school in Upper Arlington, OH, part of Upper Arlington City. Wickliffe Elementary School serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wickliffe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #494 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Wickliffe Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.9
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency70.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+25.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,518

Wickliffe Elementary School — Students at Wickliffe Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.1% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 84.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
78%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
70.3%
ELA
80.5%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Wickliffe Elementary School Compares

See how Wickliffe Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
86th percentile in OH
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2405 Wickliffe Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wickliffe Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greensview Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barrington Road Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tremont Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Upper Arlington, see our Upper Arlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MOUNTVIEW CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Columbus 0.6 mi
Hastings Middle School Upper Arlington 0.9 mi 7.8
Tremont Elementary School Upper Arlington 0.9 mi 8.9
Windermere Elementary School Upper Arlington 1.2 mi 8.6
ST AGATHA SCHOOL Columbus 1.2 mi 7.1
Upper Arlington High School Upper Arlington 1.3 mi 7.9
Upper Arlington Online Academy Upper Arlington 1.3 mi 4.9
THE MARY EVANS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Columbus 1.5 mi
Jones Middle School Upper Arlington 1.8 mi 9.1
Barrington Road Elementary School Upper Arlington 1.9 mi 9.3
Greensview Elementary School Upper Arlington 1.9 mi 9.5
Burbank Early Childhood School Upper 2.1 mi
ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Columbus 1.9 mi 6.3
Ridgewood Elementary School Hilliard 2.1 mi 7.8
Winterset Elementary School Columbus 2.5 mi 6.3
Cranbrook Elementary School Columbus 2.1 mi 5.6
Columbus Preparatory Academy Columbus 2.7 mi 7.2
Ecole Kenwood French Immersion Columbus 2.2 mi 8.1
Centennial High School Columbus 2.9 mi 4.6
Ridgeview Middle School Columbus 2.7 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,393

Median Home Value

$419,200

Median Rent

$1,441/mo

Population

35,037

College Educated

69.3%

Homeownership

67.7%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wickliffe Elementary School

What grades does Wickliffe Elementary School serve?

Wickliffe Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Wickliffe Elementary School?

Wickliffe Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wickliffe Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wickliffe Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wickliffe Elementary School rank in OH?

Wickliffe Elementary School ranks #494 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Wickliffe Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wickliffe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Wickliffe Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wickliffe Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Wickliffe Elementary School a charter school?

No, Wickliffe Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wickliffe Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Wickliffe Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wickliffe Elementary School?

10.8% of students at Wickliffe Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County

District

Upper Arlington City
District Enrollment
6,658
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,518
District Rank
#6 of 9

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