Very Good
#884 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 26% in state
Summit Academy Community School-columbus
Elementary School · Summit Academy Community School-Columbus
2521 Fairwood Ave Ste 100, Columbus, OH 43207
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#884 of 3,441
In Columbus
#22 of 224
public schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Summit Academy Community School-columbus
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About Summit Academy Community School-columbus
Summit Academy Community School-columbus is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Summit Academy Community School-Columbus. Summit Academy Community School-columbus serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Academy Community School-columbus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #884 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Summit Academy Community School-columbus show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Summit Academy Community School-columbus 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.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Summit Academy Community School-columbus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Summit Academy Community School-columbus 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
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Summit Academy Community School-columbus — Students at Summit Academy Community School-columbus score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.2/10.
How Summit Academy Community School-columbus Compares
See how Summit Academy Community School-columbus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2521 Fairwood Ave Ste 100, Columbus, OH 43207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summit Academy Community School-columbus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lincoln Park Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,307
Median Home Value
$156,200
Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Population
46,810
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
39.1
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| NICHOLAS SCHOOL Piqua, OH | 7.8 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Napoleon, OH | 7.6 |
| Westlake Academy Westlake, OH | 7.9 |
| TOLEDO JUNIOR ACADEMY Toledo, OH | 7.4 |
| CANTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Canton, OH | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summit Academy Community School-columbus
What grades does Summit Academy Community School-columbus serve?
Summit Academy Community School-columbus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Summit Academy Community School-columbus?
Summit Academy Community School-columbus has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Community School-columbus?
The student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Community School-columbus is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Summit Academy Community School-columbus rank in OH?
Summit Academy Community School-columbus ranks #884 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Summit Academy Community School-columbus's MySchoolScout rating?
Summit Academy Community School-columbus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Community School-columbus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Academy Community School-columbus has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Summit Academy Community School-columbus a charter school?
Yes, Summit Academy Community School-columbus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Summit Academy Community School-columbus a Title I school?
No, Summit Academy Community School-columbus is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.7%
- Phone
- (614) 237-5497
Resources & Links
District
Summit Academy Community School-Columbus- District Enrollment
- 30
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,552
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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