Serving 375 students in grades 9-12, Akron Early College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akron Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Akron Early College High School's student population of 375 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Akron Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akron Early College High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
31%
17%
White
25%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akron Early College High School's ranking?
Akron Early College High School is ranked #346 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Akron Early College High School often compared to?
Akron Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Akron Stem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Akron Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Akron Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Akron Early College High School?
375 students attend Akron Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Akron Early College High School students are Asian, 31% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akron Early College High School?
Akron Early College High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Akron Early College High School offer ?
Akron Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Akron Early College High School part of?
Akron Early College High School is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Akron Early College High School located?
Akron Early College High School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Downtown.
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