NORTHLAND PREPARATORY AND FITNESS ACADEMY

Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy school district, located in Columbus, OH with about 282 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 14 teachers, Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy, located on Morse Road in Columbus, Ohio, is a tuition-free public charter school that emphasizes a holistic approach to education. Managed by Performance Academies, the school distinguishes itself by integrating a comprehensive physical fitness program into the daily academic curriculum. The academy serves students in grades K–8, aiming to boost student engagement and academic performance by prioritizing physical activity as a core component of student development alongside traditional subjects like language arts, math, science, and social studies.

The school’s philosophy is centered on the belief that healthy bodies lead to focused, successful minds. By utilizing a "fitness-first" instructional model, the academy provides students with daily opportunities for structured exercise, which is designed to improve cognitive function, reduce stress, and foster healthy lifestyle habits. Additionally, Northland Preparatory focuses on character development and small-group instruction to meet the individual needs of its diverse student body, striving to create a structured yet supportive environment that prepares middle-schoolers for high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy at (614) 318-0600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.