Below Average
#3044 of 3,441 schools in OH
Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS
High School · Columbus City Schools District
546 Jack Gibbs Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,044 of 3,441
In Columbus
#157 of 224
public schools
In district
#77 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS
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About Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS
Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS is a public high school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS serves approximately 733 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,044 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 3.8
- OH avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
66% of students at Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS 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
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Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS — Students at Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.4/10.
How Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS Compares
See how Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
546 Jack Gibbs Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AKILI CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YB Columbus Community School (rated 5.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Hayes Career Center Columbus | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Columbus Performance Academy Columbus | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| YB Columbus Community School Columbus | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Westwood Preparatory Academy Columbus | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOSEPH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbus | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Trevitt Elementary School Columbus | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Beatty Park Elementary School Columbus | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Early College Academy Columbus | 1.1 mi | 2.3 |
| AKILI CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| HARAMBEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Hubbard Elementary School Columbus | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Weinland Park Elementary School Columbus | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Champion Middle School Columbus | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Columbus Downtown High School Columbus | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Valor Academy Inc. Columbus | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Arts Impact Middle School (Aims) Columbus | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village Columbus | 1.7 mi | 2.0 |
| Windsor STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,469
Median Home Value
$508,300
Median Rent
$1,487/mo
Population
16,999
College Educated
71.5%
Homeownership
20.8%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
30.5
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|---|---|
| Brush High School Lyndhurst, OH | 4.1 |
| Rhodes College and Career Academy Cleveland, OH | 4.1 |
| Sidney High School Sidney, OH | 4.1 |
| Canton South High School Canton, OH | 4.0 |
| Garfield Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 4.0 |
| London High School London, OH | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS
What grades does Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS serve?
Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS?
Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS has an enrollment of approximately 733 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS rank in OH?
Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS ranks #3,044 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS a charter school?
No, Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS a Title I school?
No, Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 733
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.2%
- Phone
- (614) 365-6681
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #77 of 114
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