Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Finland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Finland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Finland Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Finland 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 Finland Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1930 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
26%
17%
White
43%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Finland Elementary School's ranking?
Finland Elementary School is ranked #1930 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Finland Elementary School often compared to?
Finland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James A Harmon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Finland Elementary School?
368 students attend Finland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Finland Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Finland Elementary School?
Finland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Finland Elementary School offer ?
Finland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Finland Elementary School part of?
Finland Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is Finland Elementary School located?
Finland Elementary School is located in the Southwest Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Southwest Columbus.
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