Serving 109 students in grades 9-12, Gem City Career Prep High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gem City Career Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Gem City Career Prep High School's student population of 109 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
109 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gem City Career Prep High 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 Gem City Career Prep High School is 0.40, 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
#1851 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
76%
17%
White
11%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
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 Gem City Career Prep High School's ranking?
Gem City Career Prep High School is ranked #1851 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gem City Career Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Gem City Career Prep High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gem City Career Prep High School?
109 students attend Gem City Career Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gem City Career Prep High School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gem City Career Prep High School?
Gem City Career Prep High School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gem City Career Prep High School offer ?
Gem City Career Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gem City Career Prep High School part of?
Gem City Career Prep High School is part of Gem City Career Prep High School District.
In what neighborhood is Gem City Career Prep High School located?
Gem City Career Prep High School is located in the Five Oaks neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Oaks.
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