Serving 251 students in grades 6-8, Columbus Collegiate Academy - West 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 33% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West 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 Columbus Collegiate Academy - West is 0.61, 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
#2403 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
56%
17%
White
25%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Collegiate Academy - West's ranking?
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West is ranked #2403 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbus Collegiate Academy - West often compared to?
Columbus Collegiate Academy - Westis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Collegiate Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbus Collegiate Academy - West?
251 students attend Columbus Collegiate Academy - West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Columbus Collegiate Academy - West students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Collegiate Academy - West?
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Collegiate Academy - West offer ?
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Columbus Collegiate Academy - West part of?
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West is part of Columbus Collegiate Academy - West School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Collegiate Academy - West located?
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West is located in the Franklinton neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 8 other public schools located in Franklinton.
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