Serving 141 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Central Point Preparatory 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Point Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Central Point Preparatory Academy's student population of 141 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Central Point Preparatory Academy 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 Central Point Preparatory Academy is 0.58, which is more 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
#3034 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
60%
17%
White
24%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Point Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Central Point Preparatory Academy is ranked #3034 out of 3,181 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Central Point Preparatory Academy?
141 students attend Central Point Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Central Point Preparatory Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Point Preparatory Academy?
Central Point Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Point Preparatory Academy offer ?
Central Point Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Point Preparatory Academy part of?
Central Point Preparatory Academy is part of Central Point Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Point Preparatory Academy located?
Central Point Preparatory Academy is located in the Southwest Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Southwest Columbus.
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