Serving 533 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Alton Darby Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Math Proficiency: 64%
- Reading Proficiency: 57%
- Science Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alton Darby Elementary School's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alton Darby Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
57%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
64%
65%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Alton Darby Elementary School?
533 students attend Alton Darby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Alton Darby Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alton Darby Elementary School?
Alton Darby Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alton Darby Elementary School offer ?
Alton Darby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alton Darby Elementary School part of?
Alton Darby Elementary School is part of Hilliard City School District.
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