Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodcrest 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 25-29% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Woodcrest Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Woodcrest 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 Woodcrest Elementary School is 0.38, which is less 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
#2542 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
78%
17%
White
5%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
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 Woodcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Woodcrest Elementary School is ranked #2542 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Woodcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Woodcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Woodcrest Elementary School?
280 students attend Woodcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Woodcrest Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodcrest Elementary School?
Woodcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodcrest Elementary School offer ?
Woodcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodcrest Elementary School part of?
Woodcrest Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodcrest Elementary School located?
Woodcrest Elementary School is located in the Pine Hills neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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