Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Stambaugh Charter 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 31% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stambaugh Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stambaugh Charter Academy's student population of 472 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'Outperforming the District for 13 Years!'
School Rankings
Stambaugh Charter 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 Stambaugh Charter Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#2547 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Hispanic
25%
8%
Black
49%
17%
White
10%
65%
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stambaugh Charter Academy's ranking?
Stambaugh Charter Academy is ranked #2547 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Stambaugh Charter Academy?
472 students attend Stambaugh Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Stambaugh Charter Academy students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stambaugh Charter Academy?
Stambaugh Charter Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stambaugh Charter Academy offer ?
Stambaugh Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stambaugh Charter Academy part of?
Stambaugh Charter Academy is part of Stambaugh Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Stambaugh Charter Academy located?
Stambaugh Charter Academy is located in the Belle Vista neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Belle Vista.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The academic program needs improvement. Music, art, and sports are jokes. Students receive little to no recognition for their efforts. The facilities do not have a separate dining room or an auditorium. Children eat in the gym or classroom. There is very little communication between teachers and parents, unless a child does something wrong. There is no PTO or PTA.
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