Summit Academy Akron Middle School

Summit Academy Akron Middle School is a charter school located in the heart of Akron, Ohio. Serving students from sixth through eighth grade, this middle school has an enrollment of 76 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 19:1, with four full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school’s MySchoolScout Rating of 4.7 out of 10 places it in the lower ranks among Ohio schools—specifically at #2268 out of 3468 institutions, which is around the 35th percentile.

Academically, Summit Academy Akron Middle School scores a 2.1/10 and shows proficiency rates of 30% for ELA/Reading and 15% for Math across all grades tested. While these numbers indicate areas where academic growth can be pursued, the school’s small size allows for personalized attention to each student's needs. With its setting in a mid-size city like Akron, Summit Academy Akron Middle School benefits from a diverse community that supports both educational and social development.

With an enrollment of 76 students, Summit Academy Akron Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Summit Academy Akron Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Summit Academy Akron Middle School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.