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Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy
307 W 7th St, Lorain, OH 44052
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,018 of 3,441
In Lorain
#6 of 25
public schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy
Elementary School in Lorain · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Lorain, OH, part of Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy. Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,018 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lorain Bilingual Preparatory 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.
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory 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.
73% of students at Lorain Bilingual Preparatory 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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Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy — Students at Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy score 18% 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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
307 W 7th St, Lorain, OH 44052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Toni Wofford Morrison ES (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Garfield Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lorain, see our Lorain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Admiral King Elementary School Lorain | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary Lorain | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle Lorain | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Lorain | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Washington Elementary School Lorain | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| General Johnnie Wilson Middle School Lorain | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Lorain High School Lorain | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| New Beginnings Lorain | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Lorain Preparatory High School Lorain | 1.5 mi | — |
| Garfield Elementary School Lorain | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Longfellow Middle School Lorain | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Frank Jacinto Elementary Lorain | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Horizon Science Academy Lorain Lorain | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Lorain | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Larkmoor Elementary School Lorain | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Toni Wofford Morrison ES Lorain | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Durling Middle School Lorain | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Stevan Dohanos Elementary School Lorain | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Lorain Preparatory Academy Lorain | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Clearview High School Lorain | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,298
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$840/mo
Population
28,067
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ben Franklin Elementary School Newark, OH | 5.9 |
| Broadleigh Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.9 |
| Fairland East Elementary School Proctorville, OH | 5.9 |
| Fort Miami Elementary School Maumee, OH | 5.9 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Lorain, OH | 5.9 |
| Kyle Elementary School Troy, OH | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy
What grades does Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy serve?
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy?
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy rank in OH?
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy ranks #2,018 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lorain County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.6%
- Phone
- (440) 434-6320
Resources & Links
District
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy- District Enrollment
- 270
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,794
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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