Serving 711 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Patriot 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 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-12
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patriot Preparatory Academy's student population of 711 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patriot 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 Patriot Preparatory Academy is 0.47, 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
#2372 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
7%
Black
71%
17%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patriot Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Patriot Preparatory Academy is ranked #2372 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patriot Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Patriot Preparatory Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Patriot Preparatory Academy?
711 students attend Patriot Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Patriot Preparatory Academy students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patriot Preparatory Academy?
Patriot Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patriot Preparatory Academy offer ?
Patriot Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Patriot Preparatory Academy part of?
Patriot Preparatory Academy is part of Patriot Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Patriot Preparatory Academy located?
Patriot Preparatory Academy is located in the Shady Lane neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Shady Lane.
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