GREAT WESTERN ACADEMY

Great Western Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Great Western Academy school district, located in Columbus, OH with about 721 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Great Western Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Great Western Academy, located in Columbus, Ohio, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Managed by Imagine Schools, the academy operates on a mission to provide a rigorous academic environment that balances high achievement with strong character development. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on both the intellectual growth of its students and the cultivation of core values, such as integrity, respect, and responsibility, which are integrated into the daily curriculum.

The academy is dedicated to fostering a supportive community where students, families, and staff work together to create a safe and effective learning space. By utilizing a data-driven instructional model, Great Western Academy aims to identify and meet the individual needs of its diverse student body, ensuring that each child has the resources necessary to succeed. With a commitment to academic excellence and personal growth, the school strives to prepare its graduates to become productive, contributing members of their community and beyond.

For more information, contact Great Western Academy at (614) 276-1028 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.