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Zenith Academy West

Elementary School · Zenith Academy West

3385 South Blvd, Columbus, OH 43204

Charter

Enrollment

159

Student-Teacher

39.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,968 of 3,441

In Columbus

#58 of 224

public schools

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Zenith Academy West

6.0/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Great Western Academy

3.5/10

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3.8/10

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About Zenith Academy West

Zenith Academy West is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Zenith Academy West. Zenith Academy West serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 39.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Zenith Academy West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,968 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Zenith Academy West show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below OH schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 159 students, Zenith Academy West is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Zenith Academy West 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.

Zenith Academy West runs 39.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendStable
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio39.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,676
Chronic Absenteeism3.8%

Zenith Academy West — Students at Zenith Academy West score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.2% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
11.8%
ELA
23%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Zenith Academy West Compares

See how Zenith Academy West performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in OH
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
40:1 student-teacher ratio
4 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.8%

Location

3385 South Blvd, Columbus, OH 43204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Zenith Academy West may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Academy (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Great Western Academy Columbus 0.4 mi 3.5
Valleyview Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 3.8
Westmoor Middle School Columbus 0.7 mi 3.2
Westgate Alternative Elementary School Columbus 0.8 mi 5.6
Sullivant Avenue Community School Columbus 0.9 mi 3.9
West High School Columbus 0.8 mi 2.8
ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL Columbus 1.0 mi 5.9
West Broad Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 4.1
Eakin Elementary School Columbus 1.2 mi 3.4
Bridge Gate Community School Columbus 1.2 mi 5.0
Wedgewood Middle School Columbus 1.4 mi 3.9
West Franklin Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.6
Franklin Heights High School Columbus 1.6 mi 3.6
Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 6.1
Binns Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 4.9
Burroughs Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 5.0
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 1.8 mi 3.5
Westside Academy Columbus 1.8 mi 6.2
Columbus Preparatory Academy Columbus 2.1 mi 7.2
Highland Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,158

Median Home Value

$170,900

Median Rent

$1,206/mo

Population

43,444

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

51.3%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.4%

Median Age

33.8

Similar Schools

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Educational Academy for Boys & Girls Columbus, OH 6.0
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Innovation Academy West Cleveland, OH 6.0
Mesopotamia Elementary School Mesopotamia, OH 6.0
Ontario Primary School Ashtabula, OH 6.0
BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Parma, OH 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Zenith Academy West

What grades does Zenith Academy West serve?

Zenith Academy West serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Zenith Academy West?

Zenith Academy West has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Zenith Academy West?

The student-teacher ratio at Zenith Academy West is 39.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Zenith Academy West rank in OH?

Zenith Academy West ranks #1,968 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Zenith Academy West's MySchoolScout rating?

Zenith Academy West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Zenith Academy West?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Zenith Academy West has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Zenith Academy West a charter school?

Yes, Zenith Academy West is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Zenith Academy West a Title I school?

No, Zenith Academy West is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher Ratio
39.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.8%

District

Zenith Academy West
District Enrollment
159
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,676
District Rank
#1 of 1

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