Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sullivant Avenue Community 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sullivant Avenue Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sullivant Avenue Community School's student population of 234 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
234 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Sullivant Avenue Community 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 Sullivant Avenue Community School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3039 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
71%
8%

Black
16%
17%

White
8%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sullivant Avenue Community School's ranking?
Sullivant Avenue Community School is ranked #3039 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sullivant Avenue Community School?
234 students attend Sullivant Avenue Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sullivant Avenue Community School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sullivant Avenue Community School?
Sullivant Avenue Community School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sullivant Avenue Community School offer ?
Sullivant Avenue Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sullivant Avenue Community School part of?
Sullivant Avenue Community School is part of Sullivant Avenue Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Sullivant Avenue Community School located?
Sullivant Avenue Community School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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