Columbus Africentric Early College is a public high school in Columbus, Ohio. It is a part of Columbus City Schools. The school's previous name, Mohawk Middle School, was changed in the late 1990s, to allow the school not only separation from its original status, but also to expand it into a large school.
Serving 197 students in grades 6-8, Columbus Africentric Early College Middle 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School's student population of 197 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Colors
Black, Purple
School Rankings
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle 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 Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is 0.15, which is less 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
#3095 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
92%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School's ranking?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is ranked #3095 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School?
197 students attend Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School offer ?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School part of?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School located?
Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School is located in the Mid East neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Mid East.
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