Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marion Preparatory 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Preparatory Academy's student population of 254 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 59% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion Preparatory 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 Marion Preparatory Academy is 0.32, which is less 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
#2409 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
8%
17%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Marion Preparatory Academy is ranked #2409 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Marion Preparatory Academy?
254 students attend Marion Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Marion Preparatory Academy students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Preparatory Academy?
Marion Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion Preparatory Academy offer ?
Marion Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Marion Preparatory Academy part of?
Marion Preparatory Academy is part of Marion Preparatory Academy School District.
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