Serving 516 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lorain Preparatory 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 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority 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: 516 students
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorain Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lorain Preparatory Academy's student population of 516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lorain Preparatory 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 Lorain Preparatory Academy is 0.73, 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
#2820 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
7%
Black
27%
17%
White
20%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorain Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Lorain Preparatory Academy is ranked #2820 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lorain Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Lorain Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Science Academy Lorain by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lorain Preparatory Academy?
516 students attend Lorain Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lorain Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Lorain Preparatory Academy offer ?
Lorain Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lorain Preparatory Academy part of?
Lorain Preparatory Academy is part of Lorain Preparatory Academy School District.
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