Serving 161 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Northland Preparatory And Fitness 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 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy's student population of 161 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Our goal is to develop young minds and shape our students into happy, healthy individuals who are well-prepared to take the future steps on their academic journey.
School Rankings
Northland Preparatory And Fitness 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 Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy is 0.36, 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
#2474 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
79%
17%
White
2%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
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 Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy's ranking?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy is ranked #2474 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy often compared to?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Humanities Arts And Technology Academy, Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School 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 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy?
161 students attend Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy offer ?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy part of?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy is part of Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy located?
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
School Reviews
2 2/26/2016
This is a terrible school for children to attend. They have teachers that constantly scream at the students and are asked inappropriate questions about the child's personal life. Children are not permitted to use the restroom in an emergency or they are "clipped down." Recently a first grader wet herself because the teacher refused to allow her to use the restroom. Frequently there's no soap available to wash hands after using the restroom. There are student monitors in the boys' bathroom that watch students using the bathroom. Children are not permitted to talk at lunch and the amount of homework is excessive, such as 36 math problems.
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