Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alcott Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alcott Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the benchmark of educational excellence
School Rankings
Alcott Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcott Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#232 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
70%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcott Elementary School's ranking?
Alcott Elementary School is ranked #232 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Alcott Elementary School often compared to?
Alcott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Alcott Elementary School?
537 students attend Alcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Alcott Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcott Elementary School?
Alcott Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alcott Elementary School offer ?
Alcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alcott Elementary School part of?
Alcott Elementary School is part of Westerville City School District.
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