Serving 388 students in grades 11-12, Glass City 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glass City Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Glass City Academy's student population of 388 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
INSPIRING THE HEARTS AND MINDS OF YOUNG ADULTS
School Rankings
Glass City 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 Glass City Academy is 0.63, 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
#3142 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
55%
17%
White
18%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)37%
86%
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 Glass City Academy's ranking?
Glass City Academy is ranked #3142 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Glass City Academy often compared to?
Glass City Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Westfield/robinson Achievement, Woodward High School by visitors of our site.
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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glass City Academy?
The graduation rate of Glass City Academy is 37%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Glass City Academy?
388 students attend Glass City Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Glass City Academy students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glass City Academy?
Glass City Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glass City Academy offer ?
Glass City Academy offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glass City Academy part of?
Glass City Academy is part of Glass City Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Glass City Academy located?
Glass City Academy is located in the Center City neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Center City.
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