Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Imagine Columbus Primary Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy's student population of 246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy 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 Imagine Columbus Primary Academy is 0.53, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2964 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
51%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
46%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Imagine Columbus Primary Academy's ranking?
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy is ranked #2964 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Imagine Columbus Primary Academy?
246 students attend Imagine Columbus Primary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Imagine Columbus Primary Academy students are Asian, 46% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Imagine Columbus Primary Academy?
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Imagine Columbus Primary Academy offer ?
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Imagine Columbus Primary Academy part of?
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy is part of Imagine Columbus Primary Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Imagine Columbus Primary Academy located?
Imagine Columbus Primary Academy is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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