Serving 141 students in grades 12, Akron Alternative 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%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akron Alternative Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Akron Alternative Academy's student population of 141 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Akron Alternative Academy is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
63%
17%
White
19%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Akron Alternative Academy?
The graduation rate of Akron Alternative Academy is 6-9%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Akron Alternative Academy?
141 students attend Akron Alternative Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Akron Alternative Academy students are Black, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akron Alternative Academy?
Akron Alternative Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Akron Alternative Academy offer ?
Akron Alternative Academy offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Akron Alternative Academy part of?
Akron Alternative Academy is part of Akron City School District.
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