Serving 154 students in grades 9-12, Akron Alternative 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akron Alternative Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Akron Alternative Academy's student population of 154 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Akron Alternative 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 Akron Alternative Academy is 0.63, 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
#2955 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
55%
17%
White
23%
65%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akron Alternative Academy's ranking?
Akron Alternative Academy is ranked #2955 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Akron Alternative Academy?
The graduation rate of Akron Alternative Academy is 10%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Akron Alternative Academy?
154 students attend Akron Alternative Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Akron Alternative Academy students are Black, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Akron Alternative Academy?
Akron Alternative Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Akron Alternative Academy offer ?
Akron Alternative Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Akron Alternative Academy part of?
Akron Alternative Academy is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Akron Alternative Academy located?
Akron Alternative Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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