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Akros Middle School

Middle School · Akros Middle School

265 Park St, Akron, OH 44304

Charter

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

3.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,359 of 3,441

In Akron

#68 of 71

public schools

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Akros Middle School

3.0/10

Middle School in Akron · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Akros Middle School

Akros Middle School is a public middle school in Akron, OH, part of Akros Middle School. Akros Middle School serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Akros Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,359 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Akros Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares3.2 pts below OH schools
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 124 students, Akros Middle School 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.

Akros Middle 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.

65% of students at Akros Middle 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 Progress2.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.26 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,404
Chronic Absenteeism64.5%

Akros Middle School — Students at Akros Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.7% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
13.8%
ELA
29.5%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Akros Middle School Compares

See how Akros Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
2th percentile in OH
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.5%

Location

265 Park St, Akron, OH 44304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Akros Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jennings Community Learning Center (rated 4.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, I Promise School (rated 3.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Edge Learning Akron 0.1 mi 4.4
National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM Akron 0.3 mi 7.5
Akron STEM High School Akron 0.3 mi 5.8
APS Online Akron 0.5 mi 1.7
Akron Early College High School Akron 0.7 mi 7.2
ST VINCENT-ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL Akron 0.8 mi 7.8
ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 0.8 mi 7.1
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 1.1 mi 6.5
Mason Community Learning Center Akron 1.1 mi 6.5
Leggett Community Learning Center Akron 1.2 mi 4.0
Towpath Trail High School Akron 1.0 mi 2.9
Forest Hill Community Learning Center Akron 1.3 mi 5.5
Jennings Community Learning Center Akron 1.4 mi 4.9
Findley Community Learning Center Akron 1.4 mi 6.0
Middlebury Academy Akron 1.3 mi 3.6
North High School Akron 1.5 mi 3.9
Case Preparatory Academy Akron 1.4 mi 6.0
I Promise School Akron 1.3 mi 3.9
ARCHBISHOP HOBAN HIGH SCHOOL Akron 1.6 mi 6.6
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 1.5 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,946

Median Home Value

$70,500

Median Rent

$958/mo

Population

3,669

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

6.9%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

41.3%

Median Age

23.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Akros Middle School

What grades does Akros Middle School serve?

Akros Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Akros Middle School?

Akros Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Akros Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Akros Middle School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Akros Middle School rank in OH?

Akros Middle School ranks #3,359 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Akros Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Akros Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Akros Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Akros Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Akros Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Akros Middle School a Title I school?

No, Akros Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.5%

District

Akros Middle School
District Enrollment
124
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,404
District Rank
#1 of 1

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