Cranbrook Elementary School is a public elementary school in the Northwest Columbus area in Ohio, USA. It is rated "Excellent" by the Ohio Department of Education and was honored by the Blue Ribbon Schools Program in 2003. Cranbrook serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5 as well as early childhood education.
Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cranbrook 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cranbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cranbrook Elementary School's student population of 298 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cranbrook 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 Cranbrook Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2261 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
3%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
41%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Cranbrook Elementary School is ranked #2261 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cranbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Cranbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrington Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Cranbrook Elementary School?
298 students attend Cranbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Cranbrook Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cranbrook Elementary School?
Cranbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cranbrook Elementary School offer ?
Cranbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cranbrook Elementary School part of?
Cranbrook Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Cranbrook Elementary School located?
Cranbrook Elementary School is located in the Olentangy West neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Olentangy West.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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