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Akron Preparatory School

Elementary School · Akron Preparatory School

1200 E Market St Ste 3360, Akron, OH 44305

Charter

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,339 of 3,441

In Akron

#67 of 71

public schools

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Akron Preparatory School

3.1/10

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

Henry L Robinson Community Learning Center

6.2/10

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About Akron Preparatory School

Akron Preparatory School is a public elementary school in Akron, OH, part of Akron Preparatory School. Akron Preparatory School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Akron Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,339 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Akron Preparatory School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it compares3.6 pts below OH schools
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Akron Preparatory School 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.

67% of students at Akron Preparatory School 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.91 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,206
Chronic Absenteeism66.7%

Akron Preparatory School — Students at Akron Preparatory School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
15.7%
ELA
29.7%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Akron Preparatory School Compares

See how Akron Preparatory School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.1/10
3th percentile in OH
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
66.7%

Location

1200 E Market St Ste 3360, Akron, OH 44305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Akron Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McEbright Community Learning Center (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hatton Community Learning Center (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mason Community Learning Center (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Henry L Robinson Community Learning Center Akron 0.3 mi 6.2
Case Preparatory Academy Akron 0.4 mi 6.0
Middlebury Academy Akron 0.5 mi 3.6
ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Akron 0.6 mi 6.4
ARCHBISHOP HOBAN HIGH SCHOOL Akron 0.6 mi 6.6
Mason Community Learning Center Akron 0.8 mi 6.5
East Community Learning Center Akron 0.8 mi 3.8
Seiberling Community Learning Center Akron 1.0 mi 4.6
Barber Community Learning Center Akron 1.3 mi 6.0
David Hill Community Learning Center Akron 1.4 mi 5.0
Glover Community Learning Center Akron 1.3 mi 5.0
National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM Akron 1.6 mi 7.5
Edge Learning Akron 1.7 mi 4.4
Main Preparatory Academy Akron 1.6 mi 6.3
Akron STEM High School Akron 1.7 mi 5.8
Akros Middle School Akron 1.7 mi 3.0
Leggett Community Learning Center Akron 1.6 mi 4.0
Hatton Community Learning Center Akron 1.8 mi 6.6
Garfield Community Learning Center Akron 2.0 mi 4.0
McEbright Community Learning Center Akron 1.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,909

Median Home Value

$89,900

Median Rent

$974/mo

Population

20,570

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Akron Preparatory School

What grades does Akron Preparatory School serve?

Akron Preparatory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Akron Preparatory School?

Akron Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Akron Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Akron Preparatory School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Akron Preparatory School rank in OH?

Akron Preparatory School ranks #3,339 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Akron Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Akron Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Akron Preparatory School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Akron Preparatory School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Akron Preparatory School a charter school?

Yes, Akron Preparatory School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Akron Preparatory School a Title I school?

No, Akron Preparatory School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
66.7%

District

Akron Preparatory School
District Enrollment
378
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,206
District Rank
#1 of 1

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