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Cassady Alternative Elementary School

2500 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cassady Alternative 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 30-34% (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 97% 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: 306 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cassady Alternative Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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School Overview

Cassady Alternative Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Cassady Alternative 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 Cassady Alternative Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2474 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
54%
35-39%
60%
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
75%
17%
White
3%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cassady Alternative Elementary School's ranking?
Cassady Alternative Elementary School is ranked #2474 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cassady Alternative Elementary School often compared to?
Cassady Alternative Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Linden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Cassady Alternative Elementary School?
306 students attend Cassady Alternative Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cassady Alternative Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cassady Alternative Elementary School?
Cassady Alternative Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cassady Alternative Elementary School offer ?
Cassady Alternative Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cassady Alternative Elementary School part of?
Cassady Alternative Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Cassady Alternative Elementary School located?
Cassady Alternative Elementary School is located in the Somerset neighborhood of Columbus, OH.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 306 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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