Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eakin 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eakin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eakin Elementary School's student population of 247 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
Inspired to Learn and Motivated to Excel
School Rankings
Eakin 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 Eakin Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#3014 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
56%
17%
White
17%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
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 Eakin Elementary School's ranking?
Eakin Elementary School is ranked #3014 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Eakin Elementary School often compared to?
Eakin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Eakin Elementary School?
247 students attend Eakin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Eakin Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eakin Elementary School?
Eakin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eakin Elementary School offer ?
Eakin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eakin Elementary School part of?
Eakin Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Eakin Elementary School located?
Eakin Elementary School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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