Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Columbus Arts & Technology 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 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower 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 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy's student population of 505 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2647 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Black
78%
17%
White
3%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy's ranking?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is ranked #2647 out of 3,137 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
The graduation rate of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
505 students attend Columbus Arts & Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Arts & Technology Academy offer ?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy part of?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is part of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy located?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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