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.

123 S Forge St
Akron, OH 44308-1703
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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

2017-2018
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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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.