Serving 353 students in grades 3-5, Columbus Intermediate 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 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbus Intermediate School's student population of 353 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Columbus Intermediate 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 Columbus Intermediate School is 0.38, 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
#2318 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
78%
17%
White
5%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Columbus Intermediate School's ranking?
Columbus Intermediate School is ranked #2318 out of 3,181 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbus Intermediate School?
353 students attend Columbus Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Columbus Intermediate School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Intermediate School?
Columbus Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Intermediate School offer ?
Columbus Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Intermediate School part of?
Columbus Intermediate School is part of Bedford City School District.
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