Serving 324 students in grades 9-12, Akron Stem High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akron Stem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Akron Stem High School's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Akron Stem High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akron Stem High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1565 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
39%
17%
White
36%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akron Stem High School's ranking?
Akron Stem High School is ranked #1565 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Akron Stem High School often compared to?
Akron Stem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Akron Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Akron Stem High School?
The graduation rate of Akron Stem High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Akron Stem High School?
324 students attend Akron Stem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Akron Stem High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akron Stem High School?
Akron Stem High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Akron Stem High School offer ?
Akron Stem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Akron Stem High School part of?
Akron Stem High School is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Akron Stem High School located?
Akron Stem High School is located in the University of Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in University of Akron.
School Reviews
3 5/13/2017
8/10 would go to this school again. I mean, considering my only other option was North ;^)
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