Serving 667 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Emerson 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 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher 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 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Emerson Academy's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Emerson 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 Emerson Academy is 0.58, 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
#2324 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
59%
17%
White
19%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
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 Emerson Academy's ranking?
Emerson Academy is ranked #2324 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Emerson Academy often compared to?
Emerson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Emerson Academy?
667 students attend Emerson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Emerson Academy students are Black, 19% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Academy?
Emerson Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerson Academy offer ?
Emerson Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Academy part of?
Emerson Academy is part of Emerson Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson Academy located?
Emerson Academy is located in the South Park neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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