Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, East Franklin 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 20-24% (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 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Franklin Elementary School's student population of 259 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
259 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
East Franklin 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 East Franklin Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#2597 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
27%
8%

Black
18%
17%

White
43%
66%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



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 East Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
East Franklin Elementary School is ranked #2597 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 East Franklin Elementary School?
259 students attend East Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of East Franklin Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Franklin Elementary School?
East Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Franklin Elementary School offer ?
East Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is East Franklin Elementary School part of?
East Franklin Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is East Franklin Elementary School located?
East Franklin Elementary School is located in the Southwest Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Southwest Columbus.
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