Serving 375 students in grades 9-12, The Academy For Urban Scholars 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Academy For Urban Scholars ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Academy For Urban Scholars's student population of 375 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The Academy For Urban Scholars 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 The Academy For Urban Scholars is 0.12, 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
#3227 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
94%
17%
White
2%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 The Academy For Urban Scholars's ranking?
The Academy For Urban Scholars is ranked #3227 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are The Academy For Urban Scholars often compared to?
The Academy For Urban Scholarsis often viewed alongside schools like A+ Arts Academy, Arts & College Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Academy For Urban Scholars?
The graduation rate of The Academy For Urban Scholars is 55-59%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend The Academy For Urban Scholars?
375 students attend The Academy For Urban Scholars.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of The Academy For Urban Scholars students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Academy For Urban Scholars?
The Academy For Urban Scholars has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Academy For Urban Scholars offer ?
The Academy For Urban Scholars offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Academy For Urban Scholars part of?
The Academy For Urban Scholars is part of The Academy For Urban Scholars School District.
In what neighborhood is The Academy For Urban Scholars located?
The Academy For Urban Scholars is located in the Near East Side neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 7 other public schools located in Near East Side.
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