Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Zenith 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 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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-12
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zenith Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Zenith Academy's student population of 441 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zenith 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 Zenith Academy is 0.26, 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
#2660 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
85%
17%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zenith Academy's ranking?
Zenith Academy is ranked #2660 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Zenith Academy?
The graduation rate of Zenith Academy is 70-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Zenith Academy?
441 students attend Zenith Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Zenith Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zenith Academy?
Zenith Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zenith Academy offer ?
Zenith Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Zenith Academy part of?
Zenith Academy is part of Zenith Academy School District.
School Reviews
2 7/9/2012
This school does not offer esl services to students who cant speak english. Tutoring is only offered in the summer. My daughter had to find a new school because she wasnt given any extra help, not even from the second grade teacher.
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