Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Middletown Preparatory & 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 45-49% (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 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy's student population of 366 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middletown Preparatory & 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 Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2261 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
53%
8%
Black
23%
17%
White
14%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy's ranking?
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy is ranked #2261 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy often compared to?
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Middletown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy?
366 students attend Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy?
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy offer ?
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy part of?
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy is part of Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
All of the teachers at MPFA are loving and caring and have only one thing in mind- the well-being of the students and families. The school has rigorous standards and outperforms the local district nearly every year. Students wear uniforms and have over an hour of soccer/martial arts/tennis EVERY DAY!
My kids love this school and love the teachers.
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