Springfield Preparatory and Fitness Academy

www.performanceacademies.com/ohio-schools/springfield

Charter School 140 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Springfield Preparatory and Fitness Academy, located at 1615 Selma Road in Springfield, Ohio, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K-8. Managed by Performance Academies, the school distinguishes itself through a specialized curriculum that integrates rigorous academic instruction with a daily focus on physical health and wellness. By prioritizing movement and fitness alongside traditional subjects, the academy aims to enhance student focus, cognitive development, and overall well-being throughout the school day.

Beyond its fitness-centric approach, the school emphasizes character development and the cultivation of a supportive, community-oriented learning environment. The academy utilizes a structured educational framework designed to prepare students for high school success and beyond, often incorporating small group instruction and data-driven teaching methods. By combining academic discipline with a commitment to healthy living, Springfield Preparatory and Fitness Academy seeks to provide a well-rounded educational experience that addresses both the physical and intellectual needs of its students.

140

Total Students

18.0

Full-Time Teachers

7.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Springfield Preparatory and Fitness Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	59
Hispanic	11
Black	41
Two or More	28
American Indian	1

White
59 (42.1 %)
Black
41 (29.3 %)
Two or More
28 (20.0 %)
Hispanic
11 (7.9 %)
American Indian
1 (0.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Springfield Preparatory and Fitness Academy
Phone:	(937)323-6250
Website:	http://www.performanceacademies.com/ohio-schools/springfield
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	140
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	18.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	7.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 18

Grade 1 13

Grade 2 20

Grade 3 18

Grade 4 17

Grade 5 19

Grade 6 14

Grade 7 11

Grade 8 10