Serving 667 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Great Western 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 11% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Western Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Great Western Academy's student population of 667 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Western 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 Great Western Academy 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
#2892 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
37%
7%
Black
38%
17%
White
14%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Western Academy's ranking?
Great Western Academy is ranked #2892 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Great Western Academy?
667 students attend Great Western Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Great Western Academy students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Western Academy?
Great Western Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Great Western Academy offer ?
Great Western Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Great Western Academy part of?
Great Western Academy is part of Great Western Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Western Academy located?
Great Western Academy is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
School Reviews
5 7/24/2014
This School Was The Best School I Ever Went To . I Love The Teacher And Staff. They Are The Ones Who Put Me In High School . GOOOOOOOOOOOO BEARS.
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