Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Youngstown Community 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youngstown Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Youngstown Community School's student population of 356 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Youngstown Community School 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 Youngstown Community School is 0.32, 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
#2463 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
82%
17%
White
2%
65%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Youngstown Community School's ranking?
Youngstown Community School is ranked #2463 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Youngstown Community School often compared to?
Youngstown Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Middle At Prberry, Stambaugh Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Youngstown Community School?
356 students attend Youngstown Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Youngstown Community School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Youngstown Community School?
Youngstown Community School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Youngstown Community School offer ?
Youngstown Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Youngstown Community School part of?
Youngstown Community School is part of Youngstown Community School District.
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