Zenith Academy
Charter School
441 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Zenith Academy, located on Heaton Road in Columbus, Ohio, is a public charter school dedicated to serving a diverse student population, with a particular focus on supporting the academic and social development of English Language Learners and students from immigrant and refugee backgrounds. The school prioritizes a supportive, multicultural environment that strives to bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that students receive personalized attention to master English proficiency while simultaneously meeting high state academic standards. By offering a curriculum tailored to students with varying levels of educational experience, the academy aims to provide equitable opportunities for growth, integration, and future success.
The school’s philosophy centers on the belief that every student deserves a high-quality education regardless of their background, fostering a culture of respect, resilience, and community. Beyond core academics, Zenith Academy places significant emphasis on character development and social-emotional learning, helping students navigate the complexities of their new environment. Through small class sizes and a dedicated staff, the school works to foster an inclusive community where students feel empowered to excel, preparing them to become confident, contributing members of both the local Columbus community and the broader global society.
The school’s philosophy centers on the belief that every student deserves a high-quality education regardless of their background, fostering a culture of respect, resilience, and community. Beyond core academics, Zenith Academy places significant emphasis on character development and social-emotional learning, helping students navigate the complexities of their new environment. Through small class sizes and a dedicated staff, the school works to foster an inclusive community where students feel empowered to excel, preparing them to become confident, contributing members of both the local Columbus community and the broader global society.
441
Total Students
25.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Black | 373 |
| Asian | 59 |
| Two or More | 1 |
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Black373 (84.6 %)
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Asian59 (13.4 %)
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White8 (1.8 %)
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Two or More1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Zenith Academy |
| Phone: | (614)888-9997 |
| Website: | http://zenithacademy.org/zan.html |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 441 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 25.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
31
Grade 1
18
Grade 2
32
Grade 3
28
Grade 4
37
Grade 5
19
Grade 6
36
Grade 7
31
Grade 8
36
Grade 9
43
Grade 10
57
Grade 11
40
Grade 12
33
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 31 |
| Grade 1 | 18 |
| Grade 2 | 32 |
| Grade 3 | 28 |
| Grade 4 | 37 |
| Grade 5 | 19 |
| Grade 6 | 36 |
| Grade 7 | 31 |
| Grade 8 | 36 |
| Grade 9 | 43 |
| Grade 10 | 57 |
| Grade 11 | 40 |
| Grade 12 | 33 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 227 | 51.5% |
| Male | 214 | 48.5% |
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