Serving 104 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rise & Shine 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 ≤10% (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 35:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rise & Shine Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Rise & Shine Academy's student population of 104 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
All kids to rise to their potential and shine in academic excellence.
School Mascot
Rise And Shine
School Rankings
Rise & Shine 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 Rise & Shine Academy is 0.29, 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
#3007 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
84%
17%
White
2%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rise And Shine
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rise & Shine Academy's ranking?
Rise & Shine Academy is ranked #3007 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?
≤10% 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 Rise & Shine Academy?
104 students attend Rise & Shine Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rise & Shine Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rise & Shine Academy?
Rise & Shine Academy has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rise & Shine Academy offer ?
Rise & Shine Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rise & Shine Academy part of?
Rise & Shine Academy is part of RISE & Shine Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Rise & Shine Academy located?
Rise & Shine Academy is located in the Lagrange neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Lagrange.
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