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Woodcrest Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

5321 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43232

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,386 of 3,441

In Columbus

#76 of 224

public schools

In district

#26 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Woodcrest Elementary School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.4/10

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About Woodcrest Elementary School

Woodcrest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Woodcrest Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodcrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,386 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Woodcrest Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Woodcrest 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism45.7%

Woodcrest Elementary School — Students at Woodcrest Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
28.1%
ELA
38.1%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Woodcrest Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in OH
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.7%

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

5321 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodcrest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakmont Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Yorktown Middle School Columbus 0.4 mi 3.4
Oakmont Elementary School Columbus 0.6 mi 6.5
Patriot Preparatory Academy Columbus 0.7 mi 6.4
Walnut Ridge High School Columbus 0.7 mi 3.0
Columbus Online Academy Columbus 0.7 mi
Shady Lane Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.7
Sherwood Middle School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.7
Independence High School Columbus 1.6 mi 2.9
Arts & College Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.3 mi 5.0
Liberty Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 5.9
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 5.7
Leawood Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 5.5
Rosemore Middle School Whitehall 1.6 mi 3.6
Performance Academy Eastland Columbus 1.6 mi 4.7
Kae Avenue Elementary School Whitehall 1.7 mi 5.5
Capital City Career Prep High School Columbus 1.8 mi 3.1
COLUMBUS TORAH ACADEMY Columbus 2.2 mi 8.3
Zenith Academy East Columbus 1.8 mi 4.4
Dunloe Elementary School Columbus 2.2 mi 3.4
Etna Road Elementary School Whitehall 2.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,599

Median Home Value

$152,700

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Population

46,844

College Educated

17.6%

Homeownership

38.9%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodcrest Elementary School

What grades does Woodcrest Elementary School serve?

Woodcrest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Woodcrest Elementary School?

Woodcrest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodcrest Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodcrest Elementary School rank in OH?

Woodcrest Elementary School ranks #2,386 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Woodcrest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodcrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Woodcrest Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodcrest Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodcrest Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodcrest Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.7%

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