Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, The Early Learning 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Early Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Early Learning Academy's student population of 351 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Early Learning Academy is 0.71, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
33%
17%
White
36%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
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 schools are The Early Learning Academy often compared to?
The Early Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like The Sandusky Primary School, Edison Elementary School (Formerly Milan Elem), Furry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend The Early Learning Academy?
351 students attend The Early Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of The Early Learning Academy students are White, 33% of students are Black, 22% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Early Learning Academy?
The Early Learning Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Early Learning Academy offer ?
The Early Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is The Early Learning Academy part of?
The Early Learning Academy is part of Sandusky City School District.
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