Serving 258 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orchard Park 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard Park Academy's student population of 258 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Park 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 Orchard Park 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
#2542 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
19%
7%
Black
43%
17%
White
20%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
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 Orchard Park Academy's ranking?
Orchard Park Academy is ranked #2542 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Orchard Park Academy often compared to?
Orchard Park Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rootstown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Orchard Park Academy?
258 students attend Orchard Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Orchard Park Academy students are Black, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Park Academy?
Orchard Park Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchard Park Academy offer ?
Orchard Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Orchard Park Academy part of?
Orchard Park Academy is part of Orchard Park Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Park Academy located?
Orchard Park Academy is located in the Kamms Corners neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 8 other public schools located in Kamms Corners.
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