Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-8, A+ Arts 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 7% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
A+ Arts Academy's student population of 247 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2024
Campus Size
3 acres
School Rankings
A+ Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A+ Arts Academy is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3077 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
84%
17%
White
2%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A+ Arts Academy's ranking?
A+ Arts Academy is ranked #3077 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are A+ Arts Academy often compared to?
A+ Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like A+ Children's Academy, South Scioto Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend A+ Arts Academy?
247 students attend A+ Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of A+ Arts Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A+ Arts Academy?
A+ Arts Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does A+ Arts Academy offer ?
A+ Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is A+ Arts Academy part of?
A+ Arts Academy is part of A+ Arts Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is A+ Arts Academy located?
A+ Arts Academy is located in the Near East Side neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 7 other public schools located in Near East Side.
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