Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-5, United 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower 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 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
United Preparatory Academy's student population of 302 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
United Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United Preparatory Academy is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2283 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
64%
17%
White
12%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United Preparatory Academy's ranking?
United Preparatory Academy is ranked #2283 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are United Preparatory Academy often compared to?
United Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Arts & College Preparatory Academy, Columbus Preparatory Academy 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 50% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend United Preparatory Academy?
302 students attend United Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of United Preparatory Academy students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of United Preparatory Academy?
United Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does United Preparatory Academy offer ?
United Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is United Preparatory Academy part of?
United Preparatory Academy is part of United Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is United Preparatory Academy located?
United Preparatory Academy is located in the Franklinton neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 8 other public schools located in Franklinton.
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