Serving 371 students in grades 1-12, Newark Digital 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newark Digital Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Newark Digital Academy's student population of 371 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newark Digital 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 Newark Digital Academy is 0.27, 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
#2369 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
84%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newark Digital Academy's ranking?
Newark Digital Academy is ranked #2369 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newark Digital Academy?
The graduation rate of Newark Digital Academy is 70-74%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Newark Digital Academy?
371 students attend Newark Digital Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Newark Digital Academy students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newark Digital Academy?
Newark Digital Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newark Digital Academy offer ?
Newark Digital Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Newark Digital Academy part of?
Newark Digital Academy is part of Newark City School District.
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