Top Rankings
Lorain Preparatory Academy School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 457 students in Lorain Preparatory Academy School District. This district's average testing ranking is 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
Public School in Lorain Preparatory Academy School District have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 60% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (OH)
# Schools
1 School
3,571 Schools
# Students
457 Students
1,669,776 Students
# Teachers
10 Teachers
96,752 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
46:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Lorain Preparatory Academy School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 916 school districts in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
Overall District Rank
#773 out of 931 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.72
0.53
% American Indian
1%
n/a
% Asian
n/a
3%
% Hispanic
40%
8%
% Black
27%
17%
% White
21%
66%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $14,225 in this school district is less than the state median of $17,295. The school district revenue/student has grown by 26% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $12,593 is less than the state median of $17,243. The school district spending/student has grown by 26% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$7 MM
$28,879 MM
Spending
$6 MM
$28,792 MM
Revenue / Student
$14,225
$17,295
Spending / Student
$12,593
$17,243
Best Lorain Preparatory Academy School District Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lorain Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4119 Leavitt Rd
Lorain, OH 44053
(440) 282-3127
Lorain, OH 44053
(440) 282-3127
Gr: K-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 46:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Lorain Preparatory Academy School District?
Lorain Preparatory Academy School District manages 1 public schools serving 457 students.
What is the rank of Lorain Preparatory Academy School District?
Lorain Preparatory Academy School District is ranked #778 out of 916 school districts in Ohio (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Ohio school districts for: Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Lorain Preparatory Academy School District?
40% of Lorain Preparatory Academy School District students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Lorain Preparatory Academy School District?
Lorain Preparatory Academy School District has a student/teacher ratio of 46:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What is Lorain Preparatory Academy School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $12,593 is less than the state median of $17,243. The school district spending/student has grown by 26% over four school years.
Recent Articles

Bullying, Name-Calling & Put-Downs: Parent Guide 2025
Practical tips for parents to address bullying, name-calling, and put-downs—with 2025 data, policies, and expert strategies.

What Is a Magnet School? (2025 Guide)
Explore what a magnet school is, how it works, and its benefits in 2025. Clear explanation for parents, students, and educators.

Cooperative Learning in 2025: Evidence, Best Practices & Challenges
Explore cooperative learning in 2025—new data, updated practices, expert insights for educators and families.