Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Westwood Preparatory 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Westwood Preparatory Academy's student population of 361 students has grown by 142% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Westwood Preparatory 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 Westwood Preparatory Academy is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3142 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
25%
17%
White
63%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
82%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Westwood Preparatory Academy is ranked #3142 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westwood Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Westwood Preparatory Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 82%.
How many students attend Westwood Preparatory Academy?
361 students attend Westwood Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Westwood Preparatory Academy students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Preparatory Academy?
Westwood Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwood Preparatory Academy offer ?
Westwood Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Preparatory Academy part of?
Westwood Preparatory Academy is part of Westwood Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Westwood Preparatory Academy located?
Westwood Preparatory Academy is located in the Milo Grogan neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Milo Grogan.
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