Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orion 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 10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orion Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Orion Academy's student population of 514 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orion 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 Orion Academy is 0.27, 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
#2915 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
85%
17%
White
3%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orion Academy's ranking?
Orion Academy is ranked #2915 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Orion Academy?
514 students attend Orion Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Orion Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Orion Academy offer ?
Orion Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Orion Academy part of?
Orion Academy is part of Orion Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Orion Academy located?
Orion Academy is located in the South Fairmount neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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