Serving 621 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Olentangy Meadows Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olentangy Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Olentangy Meadows Elementary School's student population of 621 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olentangy Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olentangy Meadows Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#275 out of 3241 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
3%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
12%
17%
White
29%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olentangy Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Olentangy Meadows Elementary School is ranked #275 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Olentangy Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Olentangy Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Olentangy Meadows Elementary School?
621 students attend Olentangy Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Olentangy Meadows Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olentangy Meadows Elementary School?
Olentangy Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olentangy Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Olentangy Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Olentangy Meadows Elementary School part of?
Olentangy Meadows Elementary School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Olentangy Meadows Elementary School located?
Olentangy Meadows Elementary School is located in the Olentangy Meadows neighborhood of Lewis Center, OH.
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