Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Marion 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marion Preparatory Academy's student population of 289 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion 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 Marion Preparatory Academy is 0.41, 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
#2349 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
10%
17%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Marion Preparatory Academy is ranked #2349 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Marion Preparatory Academy?
289 students attend Marion Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Marion Preparatory Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Preparatory Academy?
Marion Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion Preparatory Academy offer ?
Marion Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Marion Preparatory Academy part of?
Marion Preparatory Academy is part of Marion Preparatory Academy School District.
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