Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Columbus Preparatory And Fitness 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 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy's student population of 380 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Our goal is to develop young minds and shape our students into happy, healthy individuals.
School Rankings
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness 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 Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy is 0.55, 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
#2745 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
64%
8%
Black
18%
17%
White
7%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 Preparatory And Fitness Academy's ranking?
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy is ranked #2745 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy?
380 students attend Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy?
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy offer ?
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy part of?
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy is part of Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy located?
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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