Serving 1,681 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Great River Connections 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 was 21% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 was higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 33% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2568 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
67%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
61%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Great River Connections Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great River Connections Academy's ranking?
Great River Connections Academy is ranked #2568 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great River Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Great River Connections Academy is 61%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Great River Connections Academy?
1,681 students attend Great River Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Great River Connections Academy students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great River Connections Academy?
Great River Connections Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Great River Connections Academy offer ?
Great River Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Great River Connections Academy part of?
Great River Connections Academy is part of Great River Connections Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Great River Connections Academy located?
Great River Connections Academy is located in the Olentangy West neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Olentangy West.
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