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Stambaugh Charter Academy

Elementary School · Stambaugh Charter Academy

2420 Donald Ave, Youngstown, OH 44509

Charter

Enrollment

497

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,374 of 3,441

In Youngstown

#21 of 38

public schools

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Stambaugh Charter Academy

5.4/10

Elementary School in Youngstown · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Stambaugh Charter Academy

Stambaugh Charter Academy is a public elementary school in Youngstown, OH, part of Stambaugh Charter Academy. Stambaugh Charter Academy serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Stambaugh Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,374 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Stambaugh Charter Academy show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Stambaugh Charter 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.

Stambaugh Charter 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.

65% of students at Stambaugh Charter 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,779
Chronic Absenteeism65.4%

Stambaugh Charter Academy — Students at Stambaugh Charter Academy score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
39%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
20.2%
ELA
34.1%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Stambaugh Charter Academy Compares

See how Stambaugh Charter Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in OH
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.4%

Location

2420 Donald Ave, Youngstown, OH 44509

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stambaugh Charter Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Austintown Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Austintown Intermediate School (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AKIVA ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Youngstown, see our Youngstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Summit Academy-Youngstown Youngstown 0.7 mi 6.6
Chaney Middle at McGuffey Youngstown 1.4 mi 3.8
Chaney High Youngstown 1.6 mi 3.4
ST JOSEPH THE PROVIDER SCHOOL Youngstown 1.4 mi 7.6
ST ROSE SCHOOL Girard 2.7 mi 6.7
Volney Rogers School Youngstown 2.7 mi 7.9
AKIVA ACADEMY Youngstown 2.3 mi 8.0
Girard Intermediate Middle School Girard 3.0 mi 6.8
Prospect Elementary School Girard 3.0 mi 5.6
Austintown Middle School Youngstown 2.6 mi 5.9
Youngstown Community School Youngstown 2.7 mi 3.9
Southside Academy Youngstown 2.8 mi 6.3
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - THE LEWIS CENTER Youngstown 2.6 mi 5.7
Kirkmere School Youngstown 3.3 mi 6.3
Fitch High School Youngstown 2.8 mi 6.9
ST CHRISTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Youngstown 3.4 mi 7.8
Harding Elementary School Youngstown 2.6 mi 3.8
Youngstown Rayen Early College High School Youngstown 2.7 mi 6.2
Austintown Elementary School Youngstown 2.9 mi 8.7
Austintown Intermediate School Youngstown 2.9 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,472

Median Home Value

$56,000

Median Rent

$744/mo

Population

10,775

College Educated

14.5%

Homeownership

60.6%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

31.7%

Median Age

38.7

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Cambridge Intermediate School Cambridge, OH 5.4
Crawford Woods Elementary School Hamilton, OH 5.4
GESU SCHOOL University Heights, OH 5.4
Kenton Elementary School Springfield, OH 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stambaugh Charter Academy

What grades does Stambaugh Charter Academy serve?

Stambaugh Charter Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Stambaugh Charter Academy?

Stambaugh Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stambaugh Charter Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Stambaugh Charter Academy is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stambaugh Charter Academy rank in OH?

Stambaugh Charter Academy ranks #2,374 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Stambaugh Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Stambaugh Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Stambaugh Charter Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stambaugh Charter Academy has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stambaugh Charter Academy a charter school?

Yes, Stambaugh Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Stambaugh Charter Academy a Title I school?

No, Stambaugh Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mahoning County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.4%

District

Stambaugh Charter Academy
District Enrollment
497
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,779
District Rank
#1 of 1

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