Serving 718 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Patriot 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 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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-12
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patriot Preparatory Academy's student population of 718 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patriot 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 Patriot Preparatory Academy is 0.46, 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
#2237 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Black
72%
17%
White
5%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patriot Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Patriot Preparatory Academy is ranked #2237 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patriot Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Patriot Preparatory Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Patriot Preparatory Academy?
718 students attend Patriot Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Patriot Preparatory Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patriot Preparatory Academy?
Patriot Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patriot Preparatory Academy offer ?
Patriot Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Patriot Preparatory Academy part of?
Patriot Preparatory Academy is part of Patriot Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Patriot Preparatory Academy located?
Patriot Preparatory Academy is located in the Shady Lane neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Shady Lane.
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