Serving 141 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Zenith Academy West 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 10-14% (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 35:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zenith Academy West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Zenith Academy West's student population of 141 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Zenith Academy West 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 Zenith Academy West is 0.17, 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
#2910 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
91%
17%
White
4%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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 Zenith Academy West's ranking?
Zenith Academy West is ranked #2910 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?
10-14% 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 Zenith Academy West?
141 students attend Zenith Academy West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Zenith Academy West students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zenith Academy West?
Zenith Academy West has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zenith Academy West offer ?
Zenith Academy West offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zenith Academy West part of?
Zenith Academy West is part of Zenith Academy West School District.
In what neighborhood is Zenith Academy West located?
Zenith Academy West is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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