Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Southwood 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southwood Elementary School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Southwood 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 Southwood Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2913 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
40%
17%
White
40%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
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)
3%
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 Southwood Elementary School's ranking?
Southwood Elementary School is ranked #2913 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Southwood Elementary School often compared to?
Southwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Siebert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Southwood Elementary School?
306 students attend Southwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Southwood Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwood Elementary School?
Southwood Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwood Elementary School offer ?
Southwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwood Elementary School part of?
Southwood Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwood Elementary School located?
Southwood Elementary School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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