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#157 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 22% of private schools

Hametown Christian Academy

School

4774 S HAMETOWN RD, Norton, OH 44203

Private

Enrollment

50

Student-Teacher

5.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#157 of 713

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Hametown Christian Academy

7.7/10

School in Norton · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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9.3/10

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About Hametown Christian Academy

Hametown Christian Academy is a private school in Norton, OH. Hametown Christian Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hametown Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares1.3 pts above OH schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, Hametown Christian Academy 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.

At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Hametown Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hametown Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Hametown Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Norton, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
50
This School
vs
554
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
8.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90% vs 0%
Hispanic 6% vs 0%
Black 2% vs 0%
Hametown Christian Academy Norton Public Avg

All Schools in Norton

School Rating
Hametown Christian Academy (this school) 7.7
Norton Primary Elementary School 9.3
Norton Middle School 7.7
Norton High School 6.3
Norton Elementary School 9.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,274
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 19%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Enrollment 50
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in OH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 90.0%
Hispanic 6.0%
Black 2.0%
Pacific Islander 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4774 S HAMETOWN RD, Norton, OH 44203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hametown Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Norton Primary Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norton Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Wadsworth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norton, see our Norton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Barberton Primary School Barberton 1.6 mi 7.5
Norton Primary Elementary School Norton 2.1 mi 9.3
Norton Middle School Norton 2.1 mi 7.7
Norton High School Norton 2.5 mi 6.3
Wadsworth Middle School Wadsworth 2.3 mi 8.4
Hazel Harvey Elementary School Doylestown 2.7 mi 8.6
Wadsworth High School Wadsworth 2.5 mi 6.7
SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Doylestown 2.9 mi 7.2
Overlook Elementary School Wadsworth 2.7 mi 8.6
Chippewa Intermediate School Doylestown 3.3 mi 8.5
Wadsworth City School District Online Academy Wadsworth 2.8 mi
Norton Elementary School Norton 3.3 mi 9.0
Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School Doylestown 3.3 mi 6.4
Chippewa Virtual Learning Academy Doylestown 3.3 mi 3.7
ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Barberton 3.0 mi 6.7
Franklin Elementary School Wadsworth 3.0 mi 8.8
Barberton Preschool Barberton 3.2 mi 3.4
Barberton Virtual Academy Barberton 3.2 mi
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Wadsworth 3.2 mi 7.0
SACRED HEART OF JESUS SCHOOL Wadsworth 3.2 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,124

Median Home Value

$148,300

Median Rent

$832/mo

Population

38,705

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hametown Christian Academy

What grades does Hametown Christian Academy serve?

Hametown Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Hametown Christian Academy?

Hametown Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hametown Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hametown Christian Academy is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hametown Christian Academy rank in OH?

Hametown Christian Academy ranks #157 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Hametown Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hametown Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hametown Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Hametown Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hametown Christian Academy a religious school?

Hametown Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
50
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
182 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Summit County

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