Serving 256 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield's student population of 256 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield 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 South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield is 0.57, 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
#2348 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
62%
17%
White
17%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield's ranking?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield is ranked #2348 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield?
256 students attend South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield offer ?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield part of?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield is part of South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield School District.
In what neighborhood is South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield located?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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