Serving 1,054 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cornerstone Academy Community School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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-12
- Enrollment: 1,054 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone Academy Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cornerstone Academy Community School's student population of 1,054 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,054 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Campus Size
14
School Motto
Empowering Students to Achieve Their Full Potential
School Rankings
Cornerstone Academy Community School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone Academy Community School is 0.49, 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
#1073 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
70%
17%
White
13%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Cornerstone Academy Community School's ranking?
Cornerstone Academy Community School is ranked #1073 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cornerstone Academy Community School often compared to?
Cornerstone Academy Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cornerstone Academy Community School?
The graduation rate of Cornerstone Academy Community School is 80%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cornerstone Academy Community School?
1,054 students attend Cornerstone Academy Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cornerstone Academy Community School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornerstone Academy Community School?
Cornerstone Academy Community School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cornerstone Academy Community School offer ?
Cornerstone Academy Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornerstone Academy Community School part of?
Cornerstone Academy Community School is part of Cornerstone Academy Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornerstone Academy Community School located?
Cornerstone Academy Community School is located in the Central College neighborhood of Westerville, OH.
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