Newark Digital Academy

Newark Digital Academy is a regular public school located in Newark, Ohio, within Licking County. The school serves students from first through twelfth grade and has an enrollment of 310 students with a student-teacher ratio of 31 to 1. With ten full-time equivalent teachers, the academy offers personalized learning opportunities despite its larger class sizes.

The academic performance at Newark Digital Academy is noteworthy but shows room for improvement, as indicated by a MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and a state ranking of #2726 out of 3468 schools in Ohio (placing it in the 21st percentile). In terms of subject proficiency rates, 43% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while only 23% meet these standards in Math. These numbers suggest that while there is strong performance in reading and language arts, there is significant opportunity for growth in mathematics.

Newark Digital Academy sits in a small suburban area, providing a quieter setting away from the bustle of city life yet close enough to enjoy local amenities and resources.

The student-teacher ratio at Newark Digital Academy is 31:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Newark Digital Academy is a virtual school, meaning instruction is delivered primarily online. Virtual schools offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and a reliable home learning environment. Parents should consider whether their child thrives with independent, technology-based learning and ask about the school's approach to student engagement and support.