SUMMIT ACADEMY SECONDARY - YOUNGSTOWN

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown school district, located in Youngstown, OH with about 239 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th 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 15 teachers, Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Summit Academy Secondary – Youngstown is a specialized public community school located in Youngstown, Ohio, dedicated to serving students in grades 6 through 12. The school is part of the broader Summit Academy network, which is uniquely designed to support students who face challenges related to Autism Spectrum Disorders and social-emotional learning needs. By utilizing a therapeutic approach integrated with a traditional academic curriculum, the school aims to provide a safe, structured, and supportive environment that fosters both personal growth and educational achievement.

Beyond its focus on core academics, the school emphasizes character development and the cultivation of essential life skills. Summit Academy Secondary employs a "therapeutic-educational" model that features smaller class sizes and specialized instruction, allowing teachers to provide more individualized attention to each student. Through this tailored methodology, the school strives to empower its students to overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and prepare for success in their post-secondary lives.

For more information, contact Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown at (234) 228-8235 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.