Below Average
#2719 of 3,441 schools in OH
Foundation Academy
Elementary School · Foundation Academy
1050 Wyandotte Ave, Mansfield, OH 44906
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,719 of 3,441
In Mansfield
#16 of 20
public schools
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Foundation Academy
Elementary School in Mansfield · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Foundation Academy
Foundation Academy is a public elementary school in Mansfield, OH, part of Foundation Academy. Foundation Academy serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Foundation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,719 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Foundation Academy show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Foundation Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Foundation 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.
44% of students at Foundation 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
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Foundation Academy — Students at Foundation Academy score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.0/10.
How Foundation Academy Compares
See how Foundation Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1050 Wyandotte Ave, Mansfield, OH 44906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foundation Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mansfield Spanish Immersion School (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DISCOVERY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Springmill STEM Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mansfield, see our Mansfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Springmill STEM Elementary Mansfield | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Sherman Elementary School Mansfield | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Cypress High School Mansfield | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| GOAL Digital Academy Mansfield | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Mansfield Middle School Mansfield | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Mansfield Senior High School Mansfield | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Buckeye Community School Ontario | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| The Richland School of Academic Arts Mansfield | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LORINE'S LITTLE LEARNERS CHILDCARE LRN CENTER Mansfield | 1.6 mi | — |
| Mansfield Spanish Immersion School Mansfield | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Mansfield | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PETERS SCHOOL Mansfield | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Woodland Elementary School Mansfield | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ST PETER'S ELEMENTARY Mansfield | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Tyger Digital Academy Mansfield | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| MANSFIELD SDA SCHOOL Mansfield | 3.6 mi | — |
| Malabar Intermediate School Mansfield | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| -- MANSFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL- Mansfield | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Madison Early Childhood Learning Center Mansfield | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| TEMPLE-CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mansfield | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,358
Median Home Value
$127,700
Median Rent
$783/mo
Population
17,059
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
44.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Academy Of World Languages School Cincinnati, OH | 4.8 |
| Arbor Elementary School Euclid, OH | 4.8 |
| Bloom Carroll Primary School Carroll, OH | 4.8 |
| Horizon Science Academy Youngstown Youngstown, OH | 4.8 |
| LICKING HEIGHTS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pataskala, OH | 4.8 |
| Mayfield Elementary School Middletown, OH | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foundation Academy
What grades does Foundation Academy serve?
Foundation Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Foundation Academy?
Foundation Academy has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foundation Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Foundation Academy is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foundation Academy rank in OH?
Foundation Academy ranks #2,719 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Foundation Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Foundation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Foundation Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foundation Academy has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Foundation Academy a charter school?
Yes, Foundation Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Foundation Academy a Title I school?
No, Foundation Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.6%
- Phone
- (419) 526-9540
Resources & Links
District
Foundation Academy- District Enrollment
- 431
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,417
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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