Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Akron Preparatory School 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 15% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Akron Preparatory School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Akron Preparatory School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akron Preparatory School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2796 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
86%
17%
White
2%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Akron Preparatory School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akron Preparatory School's ranking?
Akron Preparatory School is ranked #2796 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Akron Preparatory School often compared to?
Akron Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alternative Education Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Akron Preparatory School?
359 students attend Akron Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Akron Preparatory School students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Akron Preparatory School?
Akron Preparatory School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Akron Preparatory School offer ?
Akron Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Akron Preparatory School part of?
Akron Preparatory School is part of Akron Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Akron Preparatory School located?
Akron Preparatory School is located in the Middlebury neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Middlebury.
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