Serving 194 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Special Education Center 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Special Education Center's student population of 194 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Special Education Center 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 Special Education Center is 0.58, 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
#2876 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
60%
17%
White
24%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
82%
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 Special Education Center's ranking?
Special Education Center is ranked #2876 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Special Education Center often compared to?
Special Education Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Oakstone Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Special Education Center?
The graduation rate of Special Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 82%.
How many students attend Special Education Center?
194 students attend Special Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Special Education Center students are Black, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Special Education Center offer ?
Special Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Education Center part of?
Special Education Center is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Special Education Center located?
Special Education Center is located in the Near East Side neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 7 other public schools located in Near East Side.
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