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#1709 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 50% in state
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus
Middle School · Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus
2521 Fairwood Ave Ste 200, Columbus, OH 43207
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,709 of 3,441
In Columbus
#41 of 224
public schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus. Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,709 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Summit Academy Middle 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.
Test scores at Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus 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 Middle 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 Middle School - Columbus — Students at Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus score 18% 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: 7.6/10.
How Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus Compares
See how Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2521 Fairwood Ave Ste 200, Columbus, OH 43207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HELPING HANDS CENTER DBA BRIDGEWAY ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Academy Community School-Columbus (rated 7.7/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus
What grades does Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus serve?
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus?
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus?
The student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus rank in OH?
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus ranks #1,709 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus's MySchoolScout rating?
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus a charter school?
Yes, Summit Academy Middle 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 Middle School - Columbus a Title I school?
No, Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.5%
- Phone
- (614) 237-5497
Resources & Links
District
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus- District Enrollment
- 40
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,818
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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