Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedarwood Alternative 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2424 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
37%
17%
White
40%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
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 Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School's ranking?
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School is ranked #2424 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School often compared to?
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Columbus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School?
347 students attend Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School?
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School offer ?
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School part of?
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School located?
Cedarwood Alternative 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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