Serving 1,945 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kipp Columbus 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 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,945 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Columbus's student population of 1,945 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 178 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,945 students
Total Classroom Teachers
178 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Columbus 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 Kipp Columbus is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2473 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
83%
17%
White
2%
65%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Columbus's ranking?
Kipp Columbus is ranked #2473 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Columbus?
The graduation rate of Kipp Columbus is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kipp Columbus?
1,945 students attend Kipp Columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Kipp Columbus students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Columbus?
Kipp Columbus has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kipp Columbus offer ?
Kipp Columbus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Columbus part of?
Kipp Columbus is part of KIPP Columbus School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Columbus located?
Kipp Columbus is located in the Framingham neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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