Serving 607 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Northwest Ohio Classical Academy 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 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Ohio Classical Academy's student population of 607 students has grown by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Ohio Classical 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 Northwest Ohio Classical Academy is 0.47, 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
#1960 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
10%
17%
White
71%
65%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Ohio Classical Academy's ranking?
Northwest Ohio Classical Academy is ranked #1960 out of 3,181 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwest Ohio Classical Academy?
607 students attend Northwest Ohio Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Northwest Ohio Classical Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Ohio Classical Academy?
Northwest Ohio Classical Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Ohio Classical Academy offer ?
Northwest Ohio Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Ohio Classical Academy part of?
Northwest Ohio Classical Academy is part of Northwest Ohio Classical Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest Ohio Classical Academy located?
Northwest Ohio Classical Academy is located in the Southwyck neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwyck.
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