Serving 38 students in grades 9-12, Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus 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 <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus's student population of 38 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
38 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus 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 Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2052 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
3%
8%

Black
53%
17%

White
31%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus's ranking?
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus is ranked #2052 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus often compared to?
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbusis often viewed alongside schools like Oakstone Community School, Columbus Scioto 6-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus?
The graduation rate of Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus is 80%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus?
38 students attend Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus students are Black, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus?
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus offer ?
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus part of?
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus is part of Summit Academy Transition High School-Columbus School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus located?
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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