Serving 1,920 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kipp Columbus 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 21% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,920 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kipp Columbus's student population of 1,920 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 49% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Columbus 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 Kipp Columbus is 0.22, 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
#2584 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
88%
17%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Columbus's ranking?
Kipp Columbus is ranked #2584 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Columbus?
The graduation rate of Kipp Columbus is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kipp Columbus?
1,920 students attend Kipp Columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kipp Columbus students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Columbus?
Kipp Columbus has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kipp Columbus offer ?
Kipp Columbus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Kipp Columbus part of?
Kipp Columbus is part of KIPP Columbus School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Columbus located?
Kipp Columbus is located in the Framingham neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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