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#448 of 713 private schools in OH

St Sebastian School

Elementary School

500 MULL AVE, Akron, OH 44320

Private

Enrollment

339

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#448 of 713

In Akron

#8 of 10

public schools

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St Sebastian School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Akron · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Summit Academy Secondary - Akron

5.6/10

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About St Sebastian School

St Sebastian School is a private elementary school in Akron, OH. St Sebastian School serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St Sebastian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #448 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares0.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

St Sebastian School 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 St Sebastian School compares to 62 public schools serving similar grades in Akron, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
This School
vs
15.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
339
This School
vs
347
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.8% vs 0%
Black 8.3% vs 0%
Asian 0.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.3% vs 0%
St Sebastian School Akron Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Sebastian School (this school) 6.2
Buchtel Community Learning Center 3.8
Case Community Learning Center 6.9
Portage Path Community Learning Center 5.4
Schumacher Community Learning Center 4.8
Litchfield Community Learning Center 4.5
King Community Learning Center 7.1
Judith A Resnik Community Learning Center 8.1
Crouse Community Learning Center 4.9
ELP Essex
I Promise School 3.9
ELP Stewart 5.4
Miller-South Visual Performing Arts 7.8
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center 5.7
Findley Community Learning Center 6.0
APS Online 1.7
Reach Center Summit Lake
Jennings Community Learning Center 4.9
Akros Middle School 3.0
National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM 7.5
Edge Learning 4.4

Showing 20 of 62 schools. View all schools in Akron

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- 4.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,159.1
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 26%
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 339
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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

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 85.8%
Black 8.3%
Two or More 4.1%
Pacific Islander 0.9%
Asian 0.6%
Hispanic 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

500 MULL AVE, Akron, OH 44320

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Sebastian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF THE ELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Judith A Resnik Community Learning Center (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, King Community Learning Center (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Summit Academy Secondary - Akron Akron 0.2 mi 5.6
OUR LADY OF THE ELMS SCHOOL Akron 0.6 mi 8.3
OUR LADY OF THE ELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 0.6 mi 8.3
AKRON FIRST ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Akron 0.8 mi
Buchtel Community Learning Center Akron 1.0 mi 3.8
Case Community Learning Center Akron 1.2 mi 6.9
Schumacher Community Learning Center Akron 1.3 mi 4.8
Firestone Community Learning Center Akron 1.4 mi 5.8
Litchfield Community Learning Center Akron 1.4 mi 4.5
Portage Path Community Learning Center Akron 1.3 mi 5.4
Judith A Resnik Community Learning Center Akron 1.5 mi 8.1
ELP Essex Akron 1.7 mi
Crouse Community Learning Center Akron 1.7 mi 4.9
King Community Learning Center Akron 1.5 mi 7.1
ELP Stewart Akron 2.2 mi 5.4
Miller-South Visual Performing Arts Akron 2.3 mi 7.8
DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Akron 1.9 mi
I Promise School Akron 2.0 mi 3.9
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center Akron 2.4 mi 5.7
Towpath Trail High School Akron 2.3 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,013

Median Home Value

$102,600

Median Rent

$915/mo

Population

18,134

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

55.7%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

24%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Sebastian School

What grades does St Sebastian School serve?

St Sebastian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Sebastian School?

St Sebastian School has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Sebastian School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Sebastian School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Sebastian School rank in OH?

St Sebastian School ranks #448 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St Sebastian School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Sebastian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Sebastian School a private school?

Yes, St Sebastian School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Sebastian School a religious school?

St Sebastian School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
339
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County

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