Serving 310 students in grades 1-12, Newark Digital 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newark Digital Academy's student population of 310 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Newark Digital Academy 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 Newark Digital Academy is 0.25, 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
#2587 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
86%
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 Newark Digital Academy's ranking?
Newark Digital Academy is ranked #2587 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newark Digital Academy?
The graduation rate of Newark Digital Academy is 50-54%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Newark Digital Academy?
310 students attend Newark Digital Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Newark Digital Academy students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newark Digital Academy?
Newark Digital Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newark Digital Academy offer ?
Newark Digital Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newark Digital Academy part of?
Newark Digital Academy is part of Newark City School District.
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