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Summit Academy Akron Elementary School

Elementary School · Summit Academy Akron Elementary School

2503 Leland Ave, Akron, OH 44312

Charter

Enrollment

115

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,448 of 3,441

In Akron

#18 of 71

public schools

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Summit Academy Akron Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Akron · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Summit Academy Akron Elementary School

Summit Academy Akron Elementary School is a public elementary school in Akron, OH, part of Summit Academy Akron Elementary School. Summit Academy Akron Elementary School serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Academy Akron Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,448 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Summit Academy Akron Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 115 students, Summit Academy Akron Elementary School 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 Summit Academy Akron Elementary School 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.

Summit Academy Akron Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,883
Chronic Absenteeism47%

Summit Academy Akron Elementary School — Students at Summit Academy Akron Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
27%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
21.4%
ELA
21.4%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Summit Academy Akron Elementary School Compares

See how Summit Academy Akron Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in OH
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.0%

Location

2503 Leland Ave, Akron, OH 44312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit Academy Akron Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. O H Somers Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mogadore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ritzman Community Learning Center (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Betty Jane Community Learning Center (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,542

Median Home Value

$142,100

Median Rent

$994/mo

Population

30,739

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

45.7

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Greater Summit County Early Learning Center Akron, OH 6.8
HARAMBEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus, OH 6.8
Holmesville Elementary School Holmesville, OH 6.8
RESURRECTION SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH 6.8
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coshocton, OH 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit Academy Akron Elementary School

What grades does Summit Academy Akron Elementary School serve?

Summit Academy Akron Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Summit Academy Akron Elementary School?

Summit Academy Akron Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Akron Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Akron Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summit Academy Akron Elementary School rank in OH?

Summit Academy Akron Elementary School ranks #1,448 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Summit Academy Akron Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit Academy Akron Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Summit Academy Akron Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Academy Akron Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Summit Academy Akron Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Summit Academy Akron Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Summit Academy Akron Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.0%

District

Summit Academy Akron Elementary School
District Enrollment
115
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,883
District Rank
#1 of 1

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