AKRON STEM HIGH SCHOOL
Akron STEM High School, located at 123 S Forge St in Akron, Ohio, is a specialized public school within the Akron Public Schools district that focuses on a rigorous, integrated curriculum centered on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Designed to prepare students for the demands of a modern, tech-driven workforce, the school emphasizes project-based learning and real-world problem-solving. By partnering with local businesses, universities, and community organizations, the school provides students with hands-on professional experiences and mentorship opportunities that extend far beyond the traditional classroom setting.
The school’s academic environment is tailored to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and innovation, encouraging students to apply STEM concepts to complex local and global challenges. By blending core academic requirements with specialized coursework in engineering and technology, Akron STEM High School aims to cultivate a diverse pipeline of future leaders who are well-equipped for higher education and high-demand career paths. Its central location in downtown Akron allows it to leverage its proximity to institutional partners, ensuring that students remain connected to the evolving economic landscape of the region.
Akron, OH 44308-1703
(330) 761-1661
http://www.akronschools.com
AKRON STEM HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Akron, OH with about 329 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Ohio
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Akron City
- Total Students:
- 329
- Teachers:
- 19.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 329 students
- White
- 43.5%
- Black or African American
- 38.0%
- Two or more races
- 8.5%
- Asian
- 6.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.0%
- Female
- 40.4%
- Male
- 59.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.