Serving 131 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Columbus 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Columbus Preparatory Academy's student population of 131 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 77% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
North Columbus 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 North Columbus Preparatory Academy is 0.24, 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
#3162 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
87%
17%
White
3%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
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 North Columbus Preparatory Academy's ranking?
North Columbus Preparatory Academy is ranked #3162 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend North Columbus Preparatory Academy?
131 students attend North Columbus Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of North Columbus Preparatory Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Columbus Preparatory Academy?
North Columbus Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Columbus Preparatory Academy offer ?
North Columbus Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Columbus Preparatory Academy part of?
North Columbus Preparatory Academy is part of North Columbus Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is North Columbus Preparatory Academy located?
North Columbus Preparatory Academy is located in the South Linden neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in South Linden.
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