Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Escuela Smart 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 20-24% (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 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escuela Smart Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Escuela Smart Academy's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Escuela Smart 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 Escuela Smart Academy is 0.39, 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
#2810 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
77%
8%
Black
9%
17%
White
9%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Escuela Smart Academy's ranking?
Escuela Smart Academy is ranked #2810 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?
20-24% 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 Escuela Smart Academy?
277 students attend Escuela Smart Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Escuela Smart Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Escuela Smart Academy?
Escuela Smart Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Escuela Smart Academy offer ?
Escuela Smart Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Escuela Smart Academy part of?
Escuela Smart Academy is part of Toledo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Escuela Smart Academy located?
Escuela Smart Academy is located in the Southside neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Southside.
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