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#2828 of 3,441 schools in OH

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown

High School · Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown

2800 Shady Run Rd, Youngstown, OH 44502

Charter

Enrollment

99

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

8th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,828 of 3,441

In Youngstown

#26 of 38

public schools

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown

4.6/10

High School in Youngstown · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Potential Development Program School of Autism

8.8/10

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7.3/10

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About Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown is a public high school in Youngstown, OH, part of Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown. Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,828 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 99 students, Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown 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 Secondary - Youngstown 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 Secondary - Youngstown 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-37.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness4.2Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate34.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,253
Chronic Absenteeism78.8%

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown — Students at Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2011
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
10%

* 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 Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown Compares

See how Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
18th percentile in OH
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
78.8%

Location

2800 Shady Run Rd, Youngstown, OH 44502

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CARDINAL MOONEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mahoning County High School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Choffin Career Cntr (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Youngstown, see our Youngstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM SCHOOL OF AUTISM Youngstown 0.2 mi 8.8
Mahoning County High School Youngstown 0.4 mi 7.3
Wilson Alternative School Youngstown 0.4 mi 6.2
Youngstown Virtual Academy Youngstown 0.4 mi 3.1
Taft Elementary School Youngstown 0.4 mi 2.7
CARDINAL MOONEY HIGH SCHOOL Youngstown 0.9 mi 7.9
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown Youngstown 1.2 mi 4.8
Youngstown Academy of Excellence Youngstown 1.5 mi 6.2
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE MAHONING VALLEY Youngstown 1.5 mi 6.1
Rayen Early College Middle School Youngstown 1.5 mi 5.9
Paul C Bunn Elementary School Youngstown 1.7 mi 5.1
Robinwood Lane Elementary School Youngstown 1.8 mi 7.2
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown Youngstown 1.4 mi 2.4
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown 1.5 mi 7.2
Struthers Elementary School Struthers 1.7 mi 5.3
Southside Academy Youngstown 1.7 mi 6.3
Youngstown Preparatory Academy Youngstown 2.1 mi 3.5
Youngstown Community School Youngstown 1.8 mi 3.9
Choffin Career Cntr Youngstown 2.1 mi 5.4
ACLD SCHOOL Youngstown 2.2 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,259

Median Home Value

$37,500

Median Rent

$915/mo

Population

9,369

College Educated

8.6%

Homeownership

52.4%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

44.9%

Median Age

29.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown

What grades does Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown serve?

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown?

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown?

The student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown rank in OH?

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown ranks #2,828 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Secondary - Youngstown?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown a charter school?

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

Is Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown a Title I school?

No, Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mahoning County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
78.8%
4-Year Graduation
34.5%

District

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown
District Enrollment
99
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,253
District Rank
#1 of 1

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