Serving 139 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Zenith Academy East 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zenith Academy East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Zenith Academy East's student population of 139 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
School Rankings
Zenith Academy East 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 Zenith Academy East is 0.30, 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
#2608 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
83%
17%
White
11%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
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 Zenith Academy East's ranking?
Zenith Academy East is ranked #2608 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Zenith Academy East?
139 students attend Zenith Academy East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Zenith Academy East students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zenith Academy East?
Zenith Academy East has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zenith Academy East offer ?
Zenith Academy East offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zenith Academy East part of?
Zenith Academy East is part of Zenith Academy East School District.
In what neighborhood is Zenith Academy East located?
Zenith Academy East is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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