Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Eastland 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower 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 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastland Preparatory Academy's student population of 230 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eastland Preparatory 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 Eastland Preparatory Academy is 0.41, 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
#2817 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
75%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
65%
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastland Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Eastland Preparatory Academy is ranked #2817 out of 3,181 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Eastland Preparatory Academy?
230 students attend Eastland Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Eastland Preparatory Academy students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastland Preparatory Academy?
Eastland Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eastland Preparatory Academy offer ?
Eastland Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastland Preparatory Academy part of?
Eastland Preparatory Academy is part of Eastland Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Eastland Preparatory Academy located?
Eastland Preparatory 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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