Serving 129 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kids Care 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kids Care Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kids Care Elementary School's student population of 129 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kids Care 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 Kids Care Elementary School is 0.51, which is less 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
#2973 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
36%
7%
Black
60%
17%
White
4%
67%
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 (19-20)
95%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kids Care Elementary School's ranking?
Kids Care Elementary School is ranked #2973 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Kids Care Elementary School?
129 students attend Kids Care Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Kids Care Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kids Care Elementary School?
Kids Care Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kids Care Elementary School offer ?
Kids Care Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kids Care Elementary School part of?
Kids Care Elementary School is part of Kids Care Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Kids Care Elementary School located?
Kids Care Elementary School is located in the Walnut Creek neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Walnut Creek.
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