Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olde Orchard Alt 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 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School's student population of 521 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Olde Orchard Alt 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 Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2272 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
57%
17%
White
7%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School's ranking?
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School is ranked #2272 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School often compared to?
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert Mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School?
521 students attend Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School?
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School offer ?
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School part of?
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School located?
Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School is located in the Laurel Canyon neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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