Serving 386 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 54%). 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 28:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (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 386 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
The Academy For Urban Scholars 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 The Academy For Urban Scholars is 0.19, which is less 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
#3170 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
90%
17%
White
3%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Academy For Urban Scholars's ranking?
The Academy For Urban Scholars is ranked #3170 out of 3,181 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 54% 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 60-64%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend The Academy For Urban Scholars?
386 students attend The Academy For Urban Scholars.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of The Academy For Urban Scholars students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Academy For Urban Scholars?
The Academy For Urban Scholars has a student ration of 28:1, 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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