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Akron Stem High School

High School · Akron City

123 S Forge St, Akron, OH 44308

Enrollment

329

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,098 of 3,441

In Akron

#34 of 71

public schools

In district

#22 of 45

Akron City

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Akron Stem High School

5.8/10

High School in Akron · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for Stem

7.5/10

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3.0/10

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About Akron Stem High School

Akron Stem High School is a public high school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Akron Stem High School serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Akron Stem High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,098 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Akron Stem High School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • OH avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-6.18 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation24.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,553
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Akron Stem High School — Students at Akron Stem High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.7% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 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
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
74.5%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 1.5/10.

How Akron Stem High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in OH
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.3
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
24.3% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

123 S Forge St, Akron, OH 44308

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Akron Stem High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST VINCENT-ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Akron Early College High School (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARCHBISHOP HOBAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM Akron 0.0 mi 7.5
Akros Middle School Akron 0.3 mi 3.0
Edge Learning Akron 0.4 mi 4.4
APS Online Akron 0.6 mi 1.7
Akron Early College High School Akron 0.5 mi 7.2
Leggett Community Learning Center Akron 0.9 mi 4.0
ST VINCENT-ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL Akron 0.9 mi 7.8
Mason Community Learning Center Akron 0.9 mi 6.5
ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 0.9 mi 7.1
Towpath Trail High School Akron 1.1 mi 2.9
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 1.4 mi 6.5
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 1.2 mi 5.9
ARCHBISHOP HOBAN HIGH SCHOOL Akron 1.4 mi 6.6
Case Preparatory Academy Akron 1.3 mi 6.0
Middlebury Academy Akron 1.2 mi 3.6
I Promise School Akron 1.3 mi 3.9
Findley Community Learning Center Akron 1.7 mi 6.0
Jennings Community Learning Center Akron 1.7 mi 4.9
Forest Hill Community Learning Center Akron 1.6 mi 5.5
Main Preparatory Academy Akron 1.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$15,473

Median Home Value

$433,300

Median Rent

$733/mo

Population

1,261

College Educated

39.6%

Homeownership

4.2%

Poverty Rate

67.9%

Median Age

23.4

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Ohio Hi-Point Bellefontaine, OH 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Akron Stem High School

What grades does Akron Stem High School serve?

Akron Stem High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Akron Stem High School?

Akron Stem High School has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Akron Stem High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Akron Stem High School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Akron Stem High School rank in OH?

Akron Stem High School ranks #2,098 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Akron Stem High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Akron Stem High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Stem High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Akron Stem High School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

Is Akron Stem High School a charter school?

No, Akron Stem High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Akron Stem High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

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