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These colorful seats have created a more welcoming and inclusive learning environment where students can choose how they learn best, build independence, and feel confident in their space.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond providing seating—it supports student success, creativity, and well-being. 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These celebrations were more than just rewards; they were moments that recognized students for making good choices, supporting one another, and contributing to a positive school community.\r\n\r\nThe excitement, pride, and smiles we saw reminded us how powerful encouragement can be. Your generosity helped motivate students to continue showing up as their best selves and strengthened the culture of kindness throughout our school.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for helping us celebrate what truly matters. 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About this school
Eakin Elementary School is
an urban public school
in Columbus, Ohio that is part of Columbus City School District.
It serves 244 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 14.4:1.
Its teachers have had 308 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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of students receive free or reduced price lunch
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72%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
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Last updated Jan 20, 2026
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Eakin Elementary School
$133,135
raised using DonorsChoose
308
projects
funded
39
teachers
funded
476
donors
28
projects
for
basic supplies
8
projects for
technology
26
projects for
books
23
projects
for
art supplies
Eakin Elementary School has received support from
199 individuals from Ohio and
277 individuals out-of-state.