Serving 277 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Performance Academy Eastland 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 10-14% (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 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Performance Academy Eastland ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Performance Academy Eastland's student population of 277 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Performance Academy Eastland 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 Performance Academy Eastland 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
#2743 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
7%
Black
75%
17%
White
2%
67%
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
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Performance Academy Eastland's ranking?
Performance Academy Eastland is ranked #2743 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Performance Academy Eastland often compared to?
Performance Academy Eastlandis often viewed alongside schools like Patriot Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Performance Academy Eastland?
277 students attend Performance Academy Eastland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Performance Academy Eastland students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Performance Academy Eastland?
Performance Academy Eastland has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Performance Academy Eastland offer ?
Performance Academy Eastland offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Performance Academy Eastland part of?
Performance Academy Eastland is part of Performance Academy Eastland School District.
In what neighborhood is Performance Academy Eastland located?
Performance Academy Eastland is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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