Serving 694 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Great Western 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 18% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Western Academy's student population of 694 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Great Western 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 Great Western Academy is 0.71, which is more 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
#2735 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
42%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
30%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
14%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Western Academy's ranking?
Great Western Academy is ranked #2735 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Great Western Academy?
694 students attend Great Western Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Great Western Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Western Academy?
Great Western Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Great Western Academy offer ?
Great Western Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Western Academy part of?
Great Western Academy is part of Great Western Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Western Academy located?
Great Western Academy is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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