Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy's student population of 323 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness 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 Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy is 0.34, 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
#2698 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
81%
17%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy's ranking?
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy is ranked #2698 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy?
323 students attend Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy?
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy offer ?
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy part of?
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy is part of Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy located?
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy is located in the Eastmoor neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Eastmoor.
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