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Very Good

#170 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 24% of private schools

Portsmouth Stem Academy

School

614 3RD ST, Portsmouth, OH 45662

Private

Enrollment

173

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#170 of 713

In Portsmouth

#1 of 4

public schools

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Portsmouth Stem Academy

7.6/10

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

Portsmouth Junior High School/portsmouth High School

6.0/10

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Portsmouth Elementary

5.8/10

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About Portsmouth Stem Academy

Portsmouth Stem Academy is a private school in Portsmouth, OH. Portsmouth Stem Academy serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Portsmouth Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Portsmouth Stem Academy show 26% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares1.2 pts above OH schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 173 students, Portsmouth Stem 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.

Portsmouth Stem 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 Portsmouth Stem Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Portsmouth, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
This School
vs
10.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
173
This School
vs
397
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.4% vs 0%
Black 5.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.6% vs 0%
Asian 0.6% vs 0%
Portsmouth Stem Academy Portsmouth Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Portsmouth Stem Academy (this school) 7.6
Portsmouth Junior High School/Portsmouth High School 6.0
Portsmouth Elementary 5.8
Clay Elementary School 8.2
Clay High School 6.0
Clay Middle School 5.3
Sciotoville Community School 7.4

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)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,317.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 173
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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 OH OST (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 25.8% (2019 OST)
School
State
36.7% (2019 OST)
ELA Proficiency 25.8% (2019 OST)
School
State
48.8% (2019 OST)

Based on 2 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.4%
Black 5.2%
Hispanic 4.6%
Two or More 1.2%
Asian 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

614 3RD ST, Portsmouth, OH 45662

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Portsmouth Stem Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PORTSMOUTH STEM ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sciotoville Community School (rated 7.4/10, 6.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HARVEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby South Portsmouth), a more accessible option. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PORTSMOUTH STEM ACADEMY Portsmouth 0.0 mi 7.6
Portsmouth Junior High School/Portsmouth High School Portsmouth 0.7 mi 6.0
Portsmouth Elementary Portsmouth 0.7 mi 5.8
NOTRE DAME Portsmouth 0.8 mi 7.6
HARVEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Portsmouth 1.0 mi 5.7
NOTRE DAME JR/SR HIGH Portsmouth 1.5 mi 6.3
Mckell Elementary School South Shore 2.9 mi 4.6
Mckell Middle School South Shore 3.0 mi 6.9
Portsmouth West High School West Portsmouth 3.0 mi 5.4
Portsmouth West Middle School West Portsmouth 3.1 mi 5.8
Portsmouth West Elementary School West Portsmouth 3.2 mi 6.3
Clay High School Portsmouth 5.1 mi 6.0
Clay Elementary School Portsmouth 5.1 mi 8.2
Clay Middle School Portsmouth 5.1 mi 5.3
Glenwood High School New Boston 4.3 mi 6.8
Oak Intermediate Elementary School New Boston 4.3 mi 8.4
Stanton Primary Elementary School New Boston 4.3 mi 4.6
Sciotoville Community School Portsmouth 6.3 mi 7.4
East Portsmouth Elementary Sciotoville 6.6 mi 4.8
Scioto County Career Technical Center Lucasville 8.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,345

Median Home Value

$98,100

Median Rent

$756/mo

Population

26,972

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

32.8%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GILEAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-ELEMENTARY Mount Gilead, OH 7.6
KINGSWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orrville, OH 7.6
PORTSMOUTH STEM ACADEMY Portsmouth, OH 7.6
CELERYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willard, OH 7.5
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Jackson, OH 7.5
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elyria, OH 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Portsmouth Stem Academy

What grades does Portsmouth Stem Academy serve?

Portsmouth Stem Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Portsmouth Stem Academy?

Portsmouth Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth Stem Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth Stem Academy is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Portsmouth Stem Academy rank in OH?

Portsmouth Stem Academy ranks #170 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Portsmouth Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Portsmouth Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Portsmouth Stem Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Portsmouth Stem Academy has 26% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Portsmouth Stem Academy a private school?

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

Is Portsmouth Stem Academy a religious school?

No, Portsmouth Stem Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
173
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
183 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Scioto County

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