Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Mifflin STEM Academy serves the northeast part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6)'s student population of 233 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'Inspired to Learn and Motivated to Excel'
School Rankings
South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) 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 Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) is 0.29, 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
#2112 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
84%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6)'s ranking?
South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) is ranked #2112 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?
50-54% 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 South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6)?
233 students attend South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6)?
South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) offer ?
South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) part of?
South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) located?
South Mifflin Stem Academy (K-6) is located in the North Central neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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