Serving 1,529 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Great River Connections 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 34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,529 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 44:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great River Connections Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Great River Connections Academy's student population of 1,529 students has grown by 228% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Great River Connections 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 Great River Connections Academy is 0.53, 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
#2128 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
44:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
17%
17%
White
66%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
84%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great River Connections Academy's ranking?
Great River Connections Academy is ranked #2128 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Great River Connections Academy often compared to?
Great River Connections Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ohio Connections Inc, Ohio Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great River Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Great River Connections Academy is 55-59%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Great River Connections Academy?
1,529 students attend Great River Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Great River Connections Academy students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great River Connections Academy?
Great River Connections Academy has a student ration of 44:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Great River Connections Academy offer ?
Great River Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Great River Connections Academy part of?
Great River Connections Academy is part of Great River Connections Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Great River Connections Academy located?
Great River Connections Academy is located in the Olentangy West neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Olentangy West.
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