Serving 163 students in grades 6-8, Columbus Africentric Early College Middle 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School's student population of 163 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle 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 Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School 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
#3138 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
93%
17%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School's ranking?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is ranked #3138 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School?
163 students attend Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School offer ?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School part of?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School located?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is located in the Mid East neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Mid East.
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