Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Columbus Arts & Technology 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 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-12
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy's student population of 509 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbus Arts & Technology 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 Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is 0.40, 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
#2831 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
7%
Black
76%
17%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy's ranking?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is ranked #2831 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
The graduation rate of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
509 students attend Columbus Arts & Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Arts & Technology Academy offer ?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy part of?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is part of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy located?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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