FOUNDATION ACADEMY

Foundation Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Foundation Academy school district, located in Mansfield, OH with about 398 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 23 teachers, Foundation Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Foundation Academy, located in Mansfield, Ohio, is a tuition-free public community school (charter school) serving students in grades K-8. The school distinguishes itself through a focus on character development and academic excellence, aiming to provide a structured and supportive environment where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive. Their educational model emphasizes foundational skills in core subjects while integrating values-based instruction to help students develop personal responsibility and community-mindedness.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Foundation Academy prides itself on fostering a tight-knit school community that prioritizes parent involvement and individualized attention for each student. By maintaining a focus on high expectations and clear behavioral standards, the school seeks to prepare its students for success in high school and beyond. As part of the Ohio charter school system, it operates with a specific mission to offer families in the Mansfield area an alternative choice in public education that balances rigorous learning with character building.

For more information, contact Foundation Academy at (419) 526-9540 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.