Serving 196 students in grades 7-12, Jones Leadership 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 ≤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 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jones Leadership Academy's student population of 196 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jones Leadership 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 Jones Leadership Academy is 0.42, 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)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
75%
17%
White
5%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Leadership Academy's ranking?
Jones Leadership Academy 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).
What is the graduation rate of Jones Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Jones Leadership Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jones Leadership Academy?
196 students attend Jones Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Jones Leadership Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jones Leadership Academy?
Jones Leadership Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jones Leadership Academy offer ?
Jones Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Jones Leadership Academy part of?
Jones Leadership Academy is part of Toledo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Jones Leadership Academy located?
Jones Leadership Academy is located in the ONYX neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in ONYX.
School Reviews
5 6/29/2020
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