Serving 644 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bennett Venture Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennett Venture Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bennett Venture Academy's student population of 644 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bennett Venture Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett Venture Academy is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2404 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
7%
Black
50%
17%
White
23%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett Venture Academy's ranking?
Bennett Venture Academy is ranked #2404 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Bennett Venture Academy?
644 students attend Bennett Venture Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bennett Venture Academy students are Black, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennett Venture Academy?
Bennett Venture Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bennett Venture Academy offer ?
Bennett Venture Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bennett Venture Academy part of?
Bennett Venture Academy is part of Bennett Venture Academy School District.
School Reviews
4 1/20/2020
My children both have been going to BVA since kindergarten and me and my wife are very pleased with the way things have and are progressing with the school our children are achieving great grades, also the staff is and has been great! MRS. LIZ and Ms. Colleen are the best, and as long as you are involved with your children they will achieve no matter where they are! GO FROGS!
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