YOUNGSTOWN ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE

Youngstown Academy of Excellence is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Youngstown Academy of Excellence school district, located in Youngstown, OH with about 128 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 11 teachers, Youngstown Academy of Excellence has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Youngstown Academy of Excellence (YAE) is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in the Youngstown, Ohio, area. The academy is committed to providing a rigorous academic environment that focuses on preparing students for success in high school and beyond. By emphasizing core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, the school strives to close achievement gaps and foster a culture of high expectations, ensuring that every student receives a personalized and well-rounded education within a supportive community setting.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the academy places a strong emphasis on character development and the cultivation of positive social skills. The school integrates values such as responsibility, respect, and integrity into the daily student experience to help develop well-adjusted, civic-minded individuals. With a focus on small class sizes and close collaboration between teachers, parents, and the local community, Youngstown Academy of Excellence works to create a safe, engaging, and structured learning environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Youngstown Academy of Excellence at (330) 746-3970 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.