Serving 187 students in grades 9-12, Black River Career Prep High School 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 <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River Career Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Black River Career Prep High School's student population of 187 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Black River Career Prep High School 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 Black River Career Prep High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2052 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
8%
Black
22%
17%
White
42%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)25-29%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Career Prep High School's ranking?
Black River Career Prep High School is ranked #2052 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Black River Career Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Black River Career Prep High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Black River Career Prep High School?
187 students attend Black River Career Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Black River Career Prep High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black River Career Prep High School?
Black River Career Prep High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black River Career Prep High School offer ?
Black River Career Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Black River Career Prep High School part of?
Black River Career Prep High School is part of Black River Career Prep High School District.
In what neighborhood is Black River Career Prep High School located?
Black River Career Prep High School is located in the Midway neighborhood of Elyria, OH.
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