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A+ Arts Academy

Elementary School · A+ Arts Academy

1395 Fair Ave, Columbus, OH 43205

Charter

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,204 of 3,441

In Columbus

#179 of 224

public schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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A+ Arts Academy

3.6/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls

4.6/10

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2.7/10

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About A+ Arts Academy

A+ Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of A+ Arts Academy. A+ Arts Academy serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. A+ Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,204 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for A+ Arts Academy show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.1 pts below OH schools
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, A+ Arts Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

A+ Arts Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,633

A+ Arts Academy — Students at A+ Arts Academy score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
11.7%
ELA
19.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.

How A+ Arts Academy Compares

See how A+ Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
7th percentile in OH
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Location

1395 Fair Ave, Columbus, OH 43205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A+ Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANSION DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls Columbus 0.2 mi 4.6
East High School Columbus 0.3 mi 2.7
ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER Columbus 0.4 mi 6.8
Special Education Center Columbus 0.4 mi 5.8
MANSION DAY SCHOOL Columbus 0.5 mi 7.1
Champion Middle School Columbus 0.6 mi 4.7
The Academy for Urban Scholars Columbus 0.6 mi 2.3
Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 4.0
Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy Columbus 0.8 mi 6.2
Valor Academy Inc. Columbus 0.9 mi 4.9
Eastgate Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 3.9
Fairwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 6.2
Trevitt Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 5.0
Beatty Park Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 5.0
ST CHARLES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Columbus 0.9 mi 7.8
Livingston Elementary School Columbus 1.2 mi 4.4
COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Columbus 1.3 mi 9.2
CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 1.4 mi 7.5
Fort Hayes Career Center Columbus 1.5 mi 4.3
Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS Columbus 1.5 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,214

Median Home Value

$290,800

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

12,400

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

37%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

34.3

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Windsor STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus, OH 3.6
Alliance Community Schools Inc. dba Dayton Leadership Acade Dayton, OH 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A+ Arts Academy

What grades does A+ Arts Academy serve?

A+ Arts Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend A+ Arts Academy?

A+ Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A+ Arts Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at A+ Arts Academy is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A+ Arts Academy rank in OH?

A+ Arts Academy ranks #3,204 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is A+ Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

A+ Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A+ Arts Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A+ Arts Academy has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is A+ Arts Academy a charter school?

Yes, A+ Arts Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is A+ Arts Academy a Title I school?

No, A+ Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County

District

A+ Arts Academy
District Enrollment
366
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,633
District Rank
#1 of 1

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