Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Central Point 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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-8
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Point Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Central Point Preparatory Academy's student population of 207 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Point 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 Central Point Preparatory Academy is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2967 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
47%
17%
White
29%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Point Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Central Point Preparatory Academy is ranked #2967 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Central Point Preparatory Academy?
207 students attend Central Point Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Central Point Preparatory Academy students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Point Preparatory Academy?
Central Point Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Point Preparatory Academy offer ?
Central Point Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Central Point Preparatory Academy part of?
Central Point Preparatory Academy is part of Central Point Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Point Preparatory Academy located?
Central Point Preparatory Academy is located in the Southwest Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Southwest Columbus.
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