Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Columbus Arts & Technology 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 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy's student population of 455 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is 0.34, which is less 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
#2831 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
80%
17%
White
4%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
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 Columbus Arts & Technology Academy's ranking?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is ranked #2831 out of 3,241 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
The graduation rate of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
455 students attend Columbus Arts & Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Arts & Technology Academy offer ?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy part of?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is part of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy located?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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