Yb Columbus Community School

1183 Essex Ave
Columbus, OH 43201
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Bottom 50%
Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, Yb Columbus Community 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% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 264 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50% in OH)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Yb Columbus Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Yb Columbus Community School's student population of 264 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Purple and White
School Calendar
School Motto
All students should have a second chance at receiving a first-class education.

School Rankings

Yb Columbus Community 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 Yb Columbus Community School is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (OH)
#3084 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤10%
54%
≤10%
60%
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
87%
17%
White
4%
65%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
35-39%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wildcats

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yb Columbus Community School's ranking?
Yb Columbus Community School is ranked #3084 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yb Columbus Community School?
The graduation rate of Yb Columbus Community School is 35-39%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Yb Columbus Community School?
264 students attend Yb Columbus Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Yb Columbus Community School students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yb Columbus Community School?
Yb Columbus Community School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Yb Columbus Community School offer ?
Yb Columbus Community School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yb Columbus Community School part of?
Yb Columbus Community School is part of Yb Columbus Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Yb Columbus Community School located?
Yb Columbus Community School is located in the Milo Grogan neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Milo Grogan.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 264 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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