Serving 92 students in grades 9-12, North Woods Career Prep High School 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 <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Woods Career Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
North Woods Career Prep High School's student population of 92 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
92 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
North Woods Career Prep High School 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 North Woods Career Prep High School is 0.65, 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
#2031 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
53%
17%
White
16%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
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 North Woods Career Prep High School's ranking?
North Woods Career Prep High School is ranked #2031 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Woods Career Prep High School?
The graduation rate of North Woods Career Prep High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Woods Career Prep High School?
92 students attend North Woods Career Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of North Woods Career Prep High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Woods Career Prep High School?
North Woods Career Prep High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Woods Career Prep High School offer ?
North Woods Career Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Woods Career Prep High School part of?
North Woods Career Prep High School is part of North Woods Career Prep High School District.
In what neighborhood is North Woods Career Prep High School located?
North Woods Career Prep High School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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