Serving 24 students in grades 8-12, West Holmes Digital 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 ≤20% (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 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (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
West Holmes Digital Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Holmes Digital Academy's student population of 24 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Holmes Digital 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 West Holmes Digital Academy is 0.08, 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
#2481 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Holmes Digital Academy's ranking?
West Holmes Digital Academy is ranked #2481 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?
≤20% 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 West Holmes Digital Academy?
The graduation rate of West Holmes Digital Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Holmes Digital Academy?
24 students attend West Holmes Digital Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Holmes Digital Academy students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Holmes Digital Academy?
West Holmes Digital Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Holmes Digital Academy offer ?
West Holmes Digital Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is West Holmes Digital Academy part of?
West Holmes Digital Academy is part of West Holmes Local School District.
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