Serving 83 students in grades 9-12, Akron Career Tech High School 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% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 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 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akron Career Tech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Akron Career Tech High School's student population of 83 students has grown by 196% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
83 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Akron Career Tech High School 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 Akron Career Tech High School is 0.51, 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
#2052 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
68%
17%
White
12%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
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 Akron Career Tech High School's ranking?
Akron Career Tech High School is ranked #2052 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Akron Career Tech High School?
83 students attend Akron Career Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Akron Career Tech High School students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akron Career Tech High School?
Akron Career Tech High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Akron Career Tech High School offer ?
Akron Career Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Akron Career Tech High School part of?
Akron Career Tech High School is part of Akron Career TECH High School District.
In what neighborhood is Akron Career Tech High School located?
Akron Career Tech High School is located in the Firestone Park neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Firestone Park.
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