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A+ Children's Academy

Elementary School · A+ Children's Academy

114 Obetz Rd, Columbus, OH 43207

Charter

Enrollment

87

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,209 of 3,441

In Columbus

#181 of 224

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A+ Children's Academy

3.6/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About A+ Children's Academy

A+ Children's Academy is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of A+ Children's Academy. A+ Children's Academy serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. A+ Children's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,209 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for A+ Children's Academy show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

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

What Parents Should Know

At 87 students, A+ Children's Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

A+ Children's 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.

64% of students at A+ Children's Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,615
Chronic Absenteeism64.4%

A+ Children's Academy — Students at A+ Children's Academy score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
10%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
64.5%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
18.2%
ELA
18.2%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How A+ Children's Academy Compares

See how A+ Children's Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
7th percentile in OH
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.4%

Location

114 Obetz Rd, Columbus, OH 43207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A+ Children's Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hamilton Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Academy Community School-Columbus (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Columbus 0.0 mi
Parsons Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 2.7
NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus 1.0 mi 7.1
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 4.7
Columbus Scioto 6-12 Columbus 1.3 mi 6.4
Buckeye Middle School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.9
Hamilton Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 8.1
Hamilton Local Preschool Columbus 1.7 mi 2.8
Hamilton Middle School Columbus 1.8 mi 4.5
Hamilton Intermediate School Columbus 1.9 mi 6.3
Hamilton Township High School Columbus 2.0 mi 3.9
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield Columbus 2.2 mi 6.7
PRIMROSE SCHOOL ST PINNACLE Grove City 2.2 mi
Marion-Franklin High School Columbus 2.8 mi 2.9
Watkins Elementary School Columbus 2.8 mi 4.3
Southwood Elementary School Columbus 3.4 mi 4.0
Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus 3.5 mi 2.7
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus Columbus 3.0 mi 6.4
Summit Academy Transition High School-Columbus Columbus 3.0 mi 4.2
Summit Academy Community School-Columbus Columbus 3.0 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,307

Median Home Value

$156,200

Median Rent

$1,115/mo

Population

46,810

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A+ Children's Academy

What grades does A+ Children's Academy serve?

A+ Children's Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend A+ Children's Academy?

A+ Children's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A+ Children's Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at A+ Children's Academy is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A+ Children's Academy rank in OH?

A+ Children's Academy ranks #3,209 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is A+ Children's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

A+ Children's 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+ Children's Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A+ Children's Academy has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is A+ Children's Academy a charter school?

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

Is A+ Children's Academy a Title I school?

No, A+ Children's Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.4%

District

A+ Children's Academy
District Enrollment
87
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,615
District Rank
#1 of 1

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