Serving 191 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stepstone Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 62%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stepstone Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Stepstone Academy's student population of 191 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stepstone Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)10-14%
62%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)15-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
96%
17%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Stepstone Academy often compared to?
Stepstone Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Paul L Dunbar Elementary School, Oxford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 62% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average).
How many students attend Stepstone Academy?
191 students attend Stepstone Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Stepstone Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stepstone Academy?
Stepstone Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stepstone Academy offer ?
Stepstone Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Stepstone Academy part of?
Stepstone Academy is part of Stepstone Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Stepstone Academy located?
Stepstone Academy is located in the Central neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 8 other public schools located in Central.
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