Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village 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 15-19% (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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village's student population of 281 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village 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 South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2659 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
77%
17%
White
12%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
68%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village's ranking?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village is ranked #2659 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?
15-19% 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 South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village?
281 students attend South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village offer ?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village part of?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village is part of South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village School District.
In what neighborhood is South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village located?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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