Serving 276 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Columbus Preparatory At German Village 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 10-14% (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 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Columbus Preparatory At German Village ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Columbus Preparatory At German Village's student population of 276 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 262% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Columbus Preparatory At German Village 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 South Columbus Preparatory At German Village is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2743 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
65%
17%
White
15%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
68%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Columbus Preparatory At German Village's ranking?
South Columbus Preparatory At German Village is ranked #2743 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?
10-14% 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 South Columbus Preparatory At German Village?
276 students attend South Columbus Preparatory At German Village.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South Columbus Preparatory At German Village students are Black, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Columbus Preparatory At German Village?
South Columbus Preparatory At German Village has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Columbus Preparatory At German Village offer ?
South Columbus Preparatory At German Village offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is South Columbus Preparatory At German Village part of?
South Columbus Preparatory At German Village is part of South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village School District.
In what neighborhood is South Columbus Preparatory At German Village located?
South Columbus Preparatory At German Village is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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