Needs Improvement
#3121 of 3,441 schools in OH
I Promise School
Middle School · Akron City
400 W Market St, Akron, OH 44303
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,121 of 3,441
In Akron
#62 of 71
public schools
In district
#40 of 45
Akron City
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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I Promise School
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About I Promise School
I Promise School is a public middle school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. I Promise School serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. I Promise School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,121 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for I Promise School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at I Promise 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
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I Promise School — Students at I Promise School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 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: 2.8/10.
How I Promise School Compares
See how I Promise School 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
400 W Market St, Akron, OH 44303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering I Promise School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Miller-South Visual Performing Arts (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jennings Community Learning Center (rated 4.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Towpath Trail High School Akron | 0.3 mi | 2.9 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ST VINCENT-ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL Akron | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Portage Path Community Learning Center Akron | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| APS Online Akron | 0.8 mi | 1.7 |
| Akron Early College High School Akron | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| King Community Learning Center Akron | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Findley Community Learning Center Akron | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Helen Arnold Community Learning Center Akron | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST ANTHONY OF PADUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Akron STEM High School Akron | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Akros Middle School Akron | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM Akron | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| AKRON FIRST ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Akron | 1.4 mi | — |
| Edge Learning Akron | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Crouse Community Learning Center Akron | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Miller-South Visual Performing Arts Akron | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Jennings Community Learning Center Akron | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,045
Median Home Value
$213,600
Median Rent
$896/mo
Population
7,721
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hartwell School Cincinnati, OH | 3.9 |
| Hayward Middle School Springfield, OH | 3.9 |
| Heritage Middle School Newark, OH | 3.9 |
| Jefferson Junior High School Toledo, OH | 3.9 |
| Wedgewood Middle School Columbus, OH | 3.9 |
| Arts Impact Middle School (Aims) Columbus, OH | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about I Promise School
What grades does I Promise School serve?
I Promise School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend I Promise School?
I Promise School has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at I Promise School?
The student-teacher ratio at I Promise School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does I Promise School rank in OH?
I Promise School ranks #3,121 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is I Promise School's MySchoolScout rating?
I Promise School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 I Promise School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, I Promise School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is I Promise School a charter school?
No, I Promise School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is I Promise School a Title I school?
No, I Promise School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Summit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (330) 761-1516
Resources & Links
District
Akron City- District Enrollment
- 19,982
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,553
- District Rank
- #40 of 45
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