Serving 151 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marion 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Preparatory Academy's student population of 151 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Marion 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 Marion Preparatory Academy is 0.49, 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
#2667 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
21%
17%
White
68%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)98%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Marion Preparatory Academy is ranked #2667 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Marion Preparatory Academy?
151 students attend Marion Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Marion Preparatory Academy students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Preparatory Academy?
Marion Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion Preparatory Academy offer ?
Marion Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Preparatory Academy part of?
Marion Preparatory Academy is part of Marion Preparatory Academy School District.
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