Serving 133 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Northland Preparatory And Fitness 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy's student population of 133 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Our goal is to develop young minds and shape our students into happy, healthy individuals who are well-prepared to take the future steps on their academic journey.
School Rankings
Northland Preparatory And Fitness 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 Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy is 0.42, 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
#2474 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
75%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy's ranking?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy is ranked #2474 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy often compared to?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Humanities Arts And Technology Academy, Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School, Park Street Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy?
133 students attend Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy offer ?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy part of?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy is part of Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy located?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This is a terrible school for children to attend. They have teachers that constantly scream at the students and are asked inappropriate questions about the child's personal life. Children are not permitted to use the restroom in an emergency or they are "clipped down." Recently a first grader wet herself because the teacher refused to allow her to use the restroom. Frequently there's no soap available to wash hands after using the restroom. There are student monitors in the boys' bathroom that watch students using the bathroom. Children are not permitted to talk at lunch and the amount of homework is excessive, such as 36 math problems.
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