Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alum Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alum Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alum Creek Elementary School's student population of 692 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alum Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alum Creek Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
7%
17%
White
59%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alum Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Alum Creek Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Alum Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Alum Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Alum Creek Elementary School?
692 students attend Alum Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alum Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alum Creek Elementary School?
Alum Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alum Creek Elementary School offer ?
Alum Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alum Creek Elementary School part of?
Alum Creek Elementary School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
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