Serving 401 students in grades Kindergarten-8, A+ Arts 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% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A+ Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
A+ Arts Academy's student population of 401 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 366% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
A+ Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A+ Arts Academy is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3037 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
93%
17%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A+ Arts Academy's ranking?
A+ Arts Academy is ranked #3037 out of 3,241 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 52% OH state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend A+ Arts Academy?
401 students attend A+ Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of A+ Arts Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A+ Arts Academy?
A+ Arts Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does A+ Arts Academy offer ?
A+ Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is A+ Arts Academy part of?
A+ Arts Academy is part of A+ Arts Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is A+ Arts Academy located?
A+ Arts Academy is located in the Near East Side neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 7 other public schools located in Near East Side.
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