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Main Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · Main Preparatory Academy
1035 Clay St, Akron, OH 44301
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,775 of 3,441
In Akron
#24 of 71
public schools
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Main Preparatory Academy
Elementary School in Akron · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Main Preparatory Academy
Main Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Akron, OH, part of Main Preparatory Academy. Main Preparatory Academy serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,775 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Main Preparatory Academy show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 80 students, Main Preparatory 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.
Test scores at Main 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.
Main 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.
Score Breakdown
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Main Preparatory Academy — Students at Main Preparatory Academy score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 9.0/10.
How Main Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Main Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1035 Clay St, Akron, OH 44301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Voris Community Learning Center (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is McEbright Community Learning Center (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mason Community Learning Center (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McEbright Community Learning Center Akron | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Garfield Community Learning Center Akron | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Glover Community Learning Center Akron | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Firestone Park Elementary School Akron | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Leggett Community Learning Center Akron | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Akron Alternative Academy Akron | 0.8 mi | 2.5 |
| ARCHBISHOP HOBAN HIGH SCHOOL Akron | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Akron Career Tech High School Akron | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Akron | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Mason Community Learning Center Akron | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| David Hill Community Learning Center Akron | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Voris Community Learning Center Akron | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Henry L Robinson Community Learning Center Akron | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM Akron | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Akron STEM High School Akron | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Case Preparatory Academy Akron | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Akron Early College High School Akron | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Akron Preparatory School Akron | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Middlebury Academy Akron | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,134
Median Home Value
$103,400
Median Rent
$990/mo
Population
14,081
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| REGINA COELI SCHOOL Alliance, OH | 6.3 |
| ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milford, OH | 6.3 |
| STS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Wellston, OH | 6.3 |
| Victory Academy of Toledo Toledo, OH | 6.3 |
| DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL Payne, OH | 6.2 |
| SOLOMON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Woodville, OH | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Preparatory Academy
What grades does Main Preparatory Academy serve?
Main Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Main Preparatory Academy?
Main Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Preparatory Academy is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Main Preparatory Academy rank in OH?
Main Preparatory Academy ranks #1,775 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Main Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Main Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Main Preparatory Academy has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Main Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Main Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Main Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Main Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 80
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Summit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (234) 738-1925
Resources & Links
District
Main Preparatory Academy- District Enrollment
- 80
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,873
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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