Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Youngstown Academy Of Excellence 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youngstown Academy Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Youngstown Academy Of Excellence's student population of 243 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2014
Colors
Knights Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students to Achieve Their Full Potential
School Rankings
Youngstown Academy Of Excellence 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 Academy Of Excellence 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
#2629 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
36%
8%
Black
48%
17%
White
11%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Youngstown Academy Of Excellence's ranking?
Youngstown Academy Of Excellence is ranked #2629 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Youngstown Academy Of Excellence?
243 students attend Youngstown Academy Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Youngstown Academy Of Excellence students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Youngstown Academy Of Excellence?
Youngstown Academy Of Excellence has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Youngstown Academy Of Excellence offer ?
Youngstown Academy Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Youngstown Academy Of Excellence part of?
Youngstown Academy Of Excellence is part of Youngstown Academy Of Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is Youngstown Academy Of Excellence located?
Youngstown Academy Of Excellence is located in the East Side neighborhood of Youngstown, OH.
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