Serving 80 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Main 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Main Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Main Preparatory Academy's student population of 80 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Main 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 Main Preparatory Academy is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2894 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
88%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Main Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Main Preparatory Academy is ranked #2894 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Main Preparatory Academy?
80 students attend Main Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Main Preparatory Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Main Preparatory Academy?
Main Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Main Preparatory Academy offer ?
Main Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Main Preparatory Academy part of?
Main Preparatory Academy is part of Main Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Main Preparatory Academy located?
Main Preparatory Academy is located in the South Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in South Akron.
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