Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cranbrook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cranbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cranbrook Elementary School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Cranbrook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cranbrook Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2458 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
3%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
43%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Cranbrook Elementary School is ranked #2458 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cranbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Cranbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrington Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Cranbrook Elementary School?
280 students attend Cranbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Cranbrook Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cranbrook Elementary School?
Cranbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cranbrook Elementary School offer ?
Cranbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cranbrook Elementary School part of?
Cranbrook Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Cranbrook Elementary School located?
Cranbrook Elementary School is located in the Olentangy West neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Olentangy West.
School Reviews
5 3/16/2012
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