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Bennett Venture Academy

Elementary School · Bennett Venture Academy

5130 Bennett Rd, Toledo, OH 43612

Charter

Enrollment

604

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,373 of 3,441

In Toledo

#31 of 94

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5.4/10

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About Bennett Venture Academy

Bennett Venture Academy is a public elementary school in Toledo, OH, part of Bennett Venture Academy. Bennett Venture Academy serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bennett Venture Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,373 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Bennett Venture Academy show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Bennett Venture 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.

47% of students at Bennett Venture 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 Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,292
Chronic Absenteeism47.2%

Bennett Venture Academy — Students at Bennett Venture Academy score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.8% (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
61%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
46.8%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Bennett Venture Academy Compares

See how Bennett Venture Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in OH
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.2%

Location

5130 Bennett Rd, Toledo, OH 43612

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bennett Venture Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CCMT ROSARY CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REGINA COELI CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toledo, see our Toledo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Mayfair Toledo 0.3 mi 3.2
REGINA COELI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Toledo 0.5 mi 6.7
Greenwood Elementary School Toledo 1.1 mi 4.3
Whittier Elementary School Toledo 1.1 mi 3.3
Ann Jerkins-Harris Academy of Excellence Toledo 1.5 mi 5.5
Larchmont Elementary School Toledo 1.2 mi 3.6
Rosa Parks Elementary School Toledo 1.8 mi 3.8
Rise & Shine Academy Toledo 2.0 mi 5.2
Leverette Elementary School Toledo 1.9 mi 3.4
Old West End Academy Elementary School Toledo 2.1 mi 5.7
Glenwood Elementary School Toledo 2.3 mi 5.5
CCMT ROSARY CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Toledo 2.6 mi 7.7
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Toledo 2.5 mi 7.2
Longfellow Elementary School Toledo 2.0 mi 3.2
Start High School Toledo 2.0 mi 4.1
Silver Creek Elementary School Toledo 2.0 mi 3.2
Jesup W. Scott High School Toledo 2.8 mi 3.4
Woodward High School Toledo 2.5 mi 3.8
Imagine Environmental Science Academy Toledo 2.5 mi 5.0
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Toledo 2.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,484

Median Home Value

$89,700

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

28,231

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

53.7%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

34.7

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GESU SCHOOL University Heights, OH 5.4
Kenton Elementary School Springfield, OH 5.4
Malabar Intermediate School Mansfield, OH 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bennett Venture Academy

What grades does Bennett Venture Academy serve?

Bennett Venture Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Bennett Venture Academy?

Bennett Venture Academy has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bennett Venture Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Bennett Venture Academy is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bennett Venture Academy rank in OH?

Bennett Venture Academy ranks #2,373 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Bennett Venture Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Bennett Venture Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Bennett Venture Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bennett Venture Academy has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bennett Venture Academy a charter school?

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

Is Bennett Venture Academy a Title I school?

No, Bennett Venture Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lucas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.2%

District

Bennett Venture Academy
District Enrollment
604
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,292
District Rank
#1 of 1

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