ARTS IMPACT MIDDLE SCHOOL (AIMS)

Arts Impact Middle School (Aims) is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Columbus City Schools District school district, located in Columbus, OH with about 513 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 32 teachers, Arts Impact Middle School (Aims) has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Arts Impact Middle School (Aims), located in the King-Lincoln District of Columbus, Ohio, is a specialized arts-integrated magnet school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Columbus City Schools district, the institution is recognized for its unique educational philosophy that embeds the fine and performing arts into the core academic curriculum. Instead of viewing arts as an elective, AIMS utilizes movement, music, drama, and visual arts as tools to help students engage with, understand, and retain standard academic subjects like math, science, and social studies.

The school is highly regarded for its commitment to cultivating both academic excellence and creative expression. By fostering a collaborative environment, AIMS aims to develop well-rounded students who possess strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. The school’s central location and focus on arts-based pedagogy make it a distinctive choice for families seeking an immersive, project-based learning environment that encourages students to find their unique "voice" while preparing them for high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Arts Impact Middle School (Aims) at (614) 365-5558 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.