Serving 123 students in grades 6-9, Akros Middle School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akros Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Akros Middle School's student population of 123 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Akros Middle School 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 Akros Middle School is 0.36, 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
#2648 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
79%
17%
White
3%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akros Middle School's ranking?
Akros Middle School is ranked #2648 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Akros Middle School?
123 students attend Akros Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Akros Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akros Middle School?
Akros Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Akros Middle School offer ?
Akros Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Akros Middle School part of?
Akros Middle School is part of Akros Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Akros Middle School located?
Akros Middle School is located in the Middlebury neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Middlebury.
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