Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Western Toledo 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Toledo Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Western Toledo Preparatory Academy's student population of 347 students has grown by 121% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Western Toledo Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Toledo Preparatory Academy is 0.56, which is more 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
#2557 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
63%
17%
White
20%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Western Toledo Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Western Toledo Preparatory Academy is ranked #2557 out of 3,241 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 52% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Western Toledo Preparatory Academy?
347 students attend Western Toledo Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Western Toledo Preparatory Academy students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Toledo Preparatory Academy?
Western Toledo Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Toledo Preparatory Academy offer ?
Western Toledo Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Western Toledo Preparatory Academy part of?
Western Toledo Preparatory Academy is part of Western Toledo Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Toledo Preparatory Academy located?
Western Toledo Preparatory Academy is located in the Reynolds Corners neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Reynolds Corners.
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